ADHD and the COVID-19 Pandemic

Although we have all been challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic, those with underlying mental health and neurodevelopmental diagnoses have faced particular hardship. Individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) especially seem to have struggled to effectively adapt to the pandemic, showing more vulnerability to its many challenges.

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New documentary aims to educate, reframe view of ADHD

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder affects millions of Americans – including nearly 10% of children. A new documentary, “The Disruptors,” aims to reframe our view of ADHD and highlight many high-profile people who harnessed their ADHD to achieve great success. Dr. Yamalis Diaz and filmmaker Nancy Armstrong join “CBS Mornings” to discuss the film and what they want…

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Pitt research helps explain how Ritalin sharpens attention

Even half a century after a drug comes on the market, scientists can still learn new things about how it works. New research from University of Pittsburgh neuroscientists provides a rare look at how Ritalin affects activity in the brains of animals, providing a deeper understanding of how groups of brain cells govern attention and…

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