ADHD Weekly, July 23, 2026
ADHD Care Improves When Providers and Schools Connect
When pediatric healthcare providers communicate with schools, students with ADHD may receive better care. A recent study suggests that more training for healthcare providers and fewer communication barriers between them and their patients’ schools could improve student health and academic outcomes. Researchers from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Lehigh University looked…
Parents Have Options for ADHD Medication
Most people familiar with ADHD have also heard of stimulant medications used in treatment plans. Parents sometimes hesitate to have a child evaluated for ADHD or to begin treatment after a diagnosis because they are concerned about stimulant medications. Parents and caregivers may hesitate for many reasons, including concerns about how stimulant medications affect the…
Symptoms 101: Diagnosing and Treating ADHD
An Overview of Comprehensive Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Featuring Janina Elbert Maschke, PhD Clinical psychologist Janina Elbert Maschke explores the symptoms of ADHD and how they manifest across the lifespan. She discusses the criteria used to diagnose ADHD and the importance of a comprehensive evaluation process. She also discusses evidence-based treatment options, including medication,…