Self-advocacy is key for neurodivergent college students.

Parents with ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) will find a library of amazing ADHD hacks and parenting ADHD hacks on TikTok. Parenting is hard (duh) let alone parenting as a neurodivergent parent. There are not enough hours in the day for a person with exemplary executive function to get everything done. Now, imagine being a parent…

FRIDAY, May 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Spotting ADHD early can ensure children with the condition get the help they need sooner rather than later. But how can parents know if the behavior they’re seeing in their child is a sign of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or merely the mercurial mood and behavior swings of…

KEY POINTS: An often overlooked aspect of adult ADHD is the experience of shame. A comprehensive understanding of adult ADHD is necessary to overcome shame. Practicing self-compassion and seeking support from understanding individuals can help in overcoming shame.

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Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the United States. Rates of youth suicide deaths were rising before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic began, so it is critical to understand how the pandemic impacted this public health crisis.

Trends in prevalence of mental health diagnoses among youths differed by age and sex during the COVID-19 pandemic, with female adolescents representing “the most vulnerable population,” a cross-sectional study showed.

If you care for a UnitedHealthcare commercial plan member who takes an antipsychotic, antidepressant or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication, please review the following screening tools and recommendations by condition.

There’s a lot of confusion about ADHD. Will a new awareness of neurodiversity help remove some of the stigma?

KEY POINT: Shorter height in men with ADHD may be related to factors besides medication use, such as genetics or somatic conditions.

KEY POINTS: Social anxiety and rejection sensitivity dysphoria make it harder for those with ADHD to maintain friendships. Practicing communication skills assists people in making progress with social interactions over time. Healthy friendships are a give and take which enrich one’s life in countless ways.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A nationwide shortage of drugs used to treat attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD has been impacting patients since last fall. The problem hasn’t gotten better. In fact, one local doctor says he’s seen an uptick in ADHD patients who can’t find a pharmacy to fill their prescription.