Several epidemiological studies have suggested a link between being born too small and abnormal neurodevelopment in childhood and later life. However, there is little evidence that these factors are causally related to a hostile intrauterine environment. A new study in JAMA Psychiatry discusses this topic in greater depth.

In a study of different types of distraction involving more than 1,000 participants, researchers statistically derived a novel measure—dubbed the “d factor”—that could represent a person’s general tendency towards distraction and may be linked with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Han Zhang of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and colleagues presented these findings in the open-access…

For some adults newly diagnosed with ADHD, their diagnosis can feel like a lot to process, while others may be relieved by the news. These 5 next steps can help you move forward.

In a recent study published in Nutrients, researchers investigated whether the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) was associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms among medical students in Thailand.

According to study results published in The Journal of Attention Disorders, people with epilepsy face medical, social, and logistical barriers to getting a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Until these barriers are addressed, an efficient diagnosis of ADHD will continue to be a challenge in this population.

Adults with greater adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) have higher attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptom reporting than those with fewer ACEs, according to study findings published in the Journal of Attention Disorders. Yet, higher ACEs did not contribute to other psychological symptoms or worse neurocognitive performances.

In children and adolescents, older age and male gender were factors associated with receiving a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as well as recommended ADHD therapy, according to a poster presented at the 52nd Child Neurology Society Annual Meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

According to study results published in The Journal of Attention Disorders, children with caregivers born outside the United States (US) had a lower likelihood of receiving an attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis. These findings may reflect the need for increased public health education regarding ADHD among this population.

New research has found that individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are significantly more likely to be involved in violent incidents, either as victims or perpetrators. Specifically, these individuals had approximately 2.5 times higher odds of perpetrating violence and an 80% higher likelihood of being victims of sexual or intimate partner violence compared to those without…

The U.S. is facing a mystery of missing Adderall—one for which nobody has an answer. Oct. 12 marked one year since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s formal announcement that pharmaceutical companies were unable to produce enough Adderall, one of the common amphetamine-based medications for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

October is recognized annually as the month for ADHD Awareness. The theme for this year is “Moving Forward with ADHD.” It is the intent of this effort to dispel myths, gain new information and awareness about this condition and move forward productively with this knowledge. It is hoped that through this effort, the community may…

Many of us overtalk, for instance, when we’re socially anxious or deeply interested in a topic. At other times, we’re baffled by people who repeatedly monopolize conversations. Rarely, though, do we realize that overtalking could be rooted in mental conditions.