When The Post asked readers to describe their home-schooling experiences, nearly 1,100 responded. Here’s what they told us.

Have you noticed that your levels of attention may slightly change during your menstrual cycle? This may be particularly noticeable for women and people assigned female at birth with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They have differences in their ability to easily focus and sustain their attention.

While the surge in prescriptions for ADHD drugs during the pandemic has often been attributed to expanded telehealth access, new research finds there has been little difference in prescribing rates for in-person or virtual care at large health centers since 2020.

Parents and doctors say that drug shortages are leading to declines in learning and self-esteem.

As another school year approaches, some caregivers, students and teachers may be feeling something new needs to happen to promote success in the classroom. Daily report cards can be a great starting point.

The condition, which affects behaviour, concentration and attention-span, has been diagnosed in more than 2-and-a-half million people in the UK.

Strattera (atomoxetine) and Adderall (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine) are prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).[1][2] Although both are effective for treating ADHD, Strattera and Adderall differ in how they work in the body, their associated side effects, their potential for dependency, and more.

KEY POINTS: Researchers have examined how electrical activity of the brain relates to attention. The ratio of slow waves to fast waves at the front of the brain, called the Theta Beta Ratio (TBR), is key. TBR has been related to trait levels of attentional control and drive to pursue goals, and to mind wandering.…

Step away from the supplement aisle — there are better ways to help your kid feel calm.

According to the National Community Pharmacists Association, 97% of independent pharmacy owners reported shortages of Adderall in early 2023. As these shortages continue, here’s how you can best support your patients with ADHD.

KEY POINTS: There are many myths about adult ADHD that interfere with people who are struggling getting help. A thorough adult ADHD evaluation is necessary to determine whether of not someone has ADHD. There are empirically-guided facets of a competent adult ADHD evaluation to look for.

Childhood sexual abuse between ages 9 to 15 and having a childhood diagnosis of ADHD might be linked to later involvement in sex work, according to preliminary research published in the Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma. The findings suggest that targeted interventions addressing these risk factors and promoting education and access to medication may help…