ADHD in the News 2025-08-07
Current Medical Use of Rx Stimulants for ADHD Up in Teens From 2005 to 2023
TUESDAY, Aug. 5, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Among U.S. adolescents, current medical use of prescription stimulants for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) increased between 2005 and 2023, while nonmedical use decreased, according to a research letter published online July 29 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Rapid Evidence Product: Misuse of ADHD Prescription Stimulants in Adults
[Excerpt] Evidence Summary: Adult prescription stimulant misuse has declined significantly in recent years, driven by a decrease in amphetamine mixed salts misuse among young adults. The Monitoring the Future study found that past year misuse of this medication among adults ages 19 to 30 fell from 7.8 percent in 2022 to 3.7 percent in 2023, while the National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that past year prescription stimulant misuse among ages 18 to 25 declined from 7.5 percent in 2016 to 3.1 percent in 2023.
Chronically Ill? In Kennedy’s View, It Might Be Your Own Fault
On a recent weekday evening, Ashly Richards helped her 13-year-old son, Case, with homework. He did math problems and some reading, underscoring how much he’s accomplished at his school for children with autism. Richards has heard Trump administration officials suggest that food dyes and pediatric vaccines cause autism and ADHD. That stance, she said, unfairly blames parents.
Early Puberty Linked To Mental Health Risks, New Study Shows
Children with precocious puberty had a nearly 50% elevated risk of developing disorders like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and substance disorders.
Impulsivity shapes diet and gut bacteria in healthy adults, study finds
New research reveals how impulsive personality traits steer food choices and alter the gut microbiome, underscoring the potential for dietary strategies to support mental and gut health.
Brain wiring in early childhood could hold key to flagging future ADHD risk, SFU study says
A new study by researchers at Simon Fraser University is shedding light on how the brain’s wiring in early childhood lays the foundation for attention skills— a key step toward characterizing healthy developmental patterns that could help identify young children at risk for attention-related challenges like ADHD.
Presenting Our August Theme: ADHD
Key Takeaways: ADHD affects about 6 million U.S. children, highlighting its significant prevalence and rising diagnosis rates. Clinicians are invited to share insights on adult ADHD assessment, comorbidities, and treatment considerations. Example topics include ADHD's link with bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, and cardiovascular risks from long-term medication. Contributions may be featured in a content series or future Special Report, fostering professional knowledge exchange.
Study reveals distinct music habits among young adults with ADHD symptoms
A new study published in Frontiers in Psychology reveals that young adults who screen positive for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) tend to listen to background music more frequently than their neurotypical peers during both cognitively demanding and less demanding activities. These individuals also show a stronger preference for stimulating music, regardless of the activity.
How To Let Go of ADHD Shame
Dr. Sarah Wheeler on loving your ADHD brain—and letting go of perfection.
Rethinking ADHD and how to treat it
About 10 percent of children in the U.S. have a current diagnosis of ADHD, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about what attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is and how to treat it.
Avoid These 6 Jobs If You Have ADHD, According to an ADHD Psychologist
Key Takeaways: If you have met one ADHDer, you have met exactly one ADHDer. We all have our own interests, skills, and strengths. Additionally, no two organizations or employers are identical. A job listed here may happen to be a good fit for you. With this in mind, common characteristics of ADHD can make certain high-focus or high-precision roles more difficult and stressful. Jobs involving repetitive work do not lead to the dopamine production that many ADHDers need. When considering roles to apply for, think about what you do well and what you enjoy.
Trial opens in Bali for US man charged with receiving illegal ADHD pills
DENPASAR, Indonesia (AP) — A man charged with importing drugs to Indonesia faces up to 15 years in prison under the country’s tough drug laws in a trial that began Tuesday on the tourist island of Bali. William Wallace Molyneaux V, a U.S. citizen, was arrested May 23 after he allegedly collected a package containing illegal drugs at a post office near Kuta beach, a popular tourist spot.