ADHD in the News 2026-06-25
Disability Groups Fear RFK Jr.’s New Special Education Role
Alienated by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims about autism, advocates for disabled students are sounding the alarm about the Trump administration's shifting special education programs to his department.
Adult Misuse of ADHD Stimulants Declines but Remains a Public Health Concern
Key point: Misuse of prescription ADHD stimulants among adults had declined in recent years, a trend that researchers suggested may be linked to worldwide medication shortages.
Longer breastfeeding links to fewer ADHD symptoms in children
Children who were fully breastfed for longer periods showed modestly fewer ADHD symptoms from ages 3 to 8, even after researchers accounted for genetic and family-related factors, suggesting early feeding patterns may play a small but meaningful role in neurodevelopment.
‘I was white-knuckling it’: Philadelphia patients are still struggling to get ADHD meds amid years-long shortage
Researchers and clinicians say the shortage is due to limits on manufacturing and sales of the medications, and supply chain problems.
Meta-analysis: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adult ADHD
A recent meta-analysis examined how well cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) improves not just symptoms, but everyday functioning and quality of life in adults with ADHD.
Some employers are creating neurodivergent-friendly spaces to help all workers thrive
With nearly half of Gen Z workers identifying as neurodivergent, some workplaces are paying more attention to how they can support people who think differently.
Designing Personalized ADHD-Friendly Systems
Key points: Organization is a key executive function skill that can be a strength or a challenge for many. Many of us already have some systems in place, but we are not giving ourselves credit. Systems that work for you do not have to look like someone else's or be perfect to be helpful.
The hidden upside of adolescent impulsivity: Teens with attention issues take more risks to help others
Adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder often face a reputation for impulsive and dangerous choices. A recent study shows that this tendency to take chances might also have a positive side, with these teenagers demonstrating a higher likelihood of standing up for others or engaging in socially beneficial risks compared to their peers. These findings were published in the Journal of Attention Disorders.
Blueberries may boost children’s memory and mood
Blueberry compounds may help support mood, memory, and attention in children, but researchers say stronger clinical evidence is needed before they can be recommended as an adjunctive strategy for neurodevelopmental and emotional–behavioral disorders.
Viloxazine Reduces Symptoms for ADHD and Comorbid Depression and Anxiety
Key point: Viloxazine extended-release was associated with improvements in comorbid depression or anxiety symptoms among adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, underscoring the need for further investigation into viloxazine as a treatment.
Scientists discover ancient brain cells that help block
Summary: Scientists have discovered a tiny group of neurons in an ancient brain region that acts like a built-in focus filter, helping the brain ignore distractions and zero in on what matters most. When researchers temporarily switched off these neurons in mice, the animals became unusually distractible—similar to what is seen in ADHD—but regained normal focus as soon as the neurons were reactivated.
ADHD prescription stimulant use linked to other drug use, UQ study finds
New research from The University of Queensland has revealed that while non-medical use of prescription stimulants is relatively uncommon in Australia, it is often linked to broader patterns of substance use and higher-risk behaviours. Led by researcher Ben Johnson from UQ’s School of Psychology and the National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research, the study provides the first nationally representative snapshot of non-medical prescription stimulant use in Australia.