Key points: Adult ADHD can be very frustrating, both for those with the diagnosis and their loved ones. Adult clients with ADHD often ask for a resource they can share with loved ones to explain ADHD. This open letter attempts to provide such an introduction to better understanding ADHD.

[Excerpt] Stimulants – such as the amphetamines used for ADHD – affect many brain chemicals, including dopamine and noradrenaline. This can increase body temperature, boost metabolism and change how the body sweats – all of which can make it harder to cool down, especially when exercising or in hot weather.

Summary: Researchers analyzed audio-video recording archives tracking 12-month-old infants and their mothers. The team discovered that when mothers displayed a slower latency (vocal response time) to their 1-year-old child’s natural babbles and vocalizations, that child was statistically more likely to be diagnosed with a disruptive behavior disorder (DBD) or Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by age…

Key Takeaways: Sibling-matched data in Hong Kong showed that prenatal acetaminophen exposure did not increase autism or ADHD risk. Negative-control analyses suggested that associations seen in earlier studies may reflect maternal health and family factors, not medication effects. The findings align with prior sibling studies and recent Danish evidence showing no excess autism risk with…

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…

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…

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.