University of California San Diego School of Medicine researchers, in collaboration with the genetic testing company 23andMe, have identified regions of the human genome associated with cannabis use, uncovering new relationships with psychiatric, cognitive and physical health.

A new study used genetic variations to determine whether certain brain activity patterns influence the risk for developing ADHD, or vice versa. Results showed that genetic variants leading to lower levels of a specific type of brain activity when a person is at rest (resting alpha-band EEG activity) increase the risk for ADHD. No evidence…

A reproductive psychiatrist discusses the implications of recent FDA announcements on medication use during pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of mental health for mothers and babies.

Our new study highlights a crucial, but often hidden, aspect of child health – the mental health impact of living with two or more neurodevelopmental conditions. We found children with multiple neurodevelopmental conditions – such as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, learning difficulties, developmental delay, speech disorders, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, Tourette syndrome and behavioural problems…

Key Takeaways: 1) The behaviors of ADHD can be different from student to student, but there are strategies that help not only them, but the class as a whole. 2) A common misconception about kids with ADHD is that they can control it, but it’s a brain-based condition that affects executive functioning and is not…

Key point: When looking at understanding ADHD, ODD, and racial bias, the author cited a report that Black children are 69% less likely to receive a diagnosis of ADHD and Hispanic children are 50% less likely to receive a diagnosis of ADHD than White children.

Many news outlets have reported an increase – or surge – in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, diagnoses in both children and adults. At the same time, health care providers, teachers and school systems have reported an uptick in requests for ADHD assessments. These reports have led some experts and parents to wonder whether ADHD is…

Summary: Researchers have discovered that ADHD’s hallmark mind wandering might actually boost creativity. People who deliberately let their thoughts drift scored higher on creative tests in two large studies. The findings hint that mindful management of mental drift could turn ADHD’s challenges into creative strengths.

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The maker of Tylenol is urging U.S. health regulators not to add an autism warning label to it and other pain relievers containing acetaminophen, calling the request “unsupported by the scientific evidence and legally and procedurally improper.” Kenvue’s response, dated Oct. 17, came after a citizen petition sought…

Some of the most common supports for students with ADHD might not be effective

We’ll save you the trouble of wondering: Yes, people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have considered using a planner, setting an alarm clock, and creating reminders on their phone. No, those suggestions aren’t helpful.

THURSDAY, Oct. 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Women with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face delayed diagnosis and worse outcomes than men, according to a study published in European Psychiatry and presented at the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology Congress, held from Oct. 11 to 14 in Amsterdam.