Summary: Scientists have discovered a tiny group of neurons in an ancient brain region that acts like a built-in focus filter, helping the brain ignore distractions and zero in on what matters most. When researchers temporarily switched off these neurons in mice, the animals became unusually distractible—similar to what is seen in ADHD—but regained normal…

Key point: Viloxazine extended-release was associated with improvements in comorbid depression or anxiety symptoms among adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, underscoring the need for further investigation into viloxazine as a treatment.

Blueberry compounds may help support mood, memory, and attention in children, but researchers say stronger clinical evidence is needed before they can be recommended as an adjunctive strategy for neurodevelopmental and emotional–behavioral disorders.

Adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder often face a reputation for impulsive and dangerous choices. A recent study shows that this tendency to take chances might also have a positive side, with these teenagers demonstrating a higher likelihood of standing up for others or engaging in socially beneficial risks compared to their peers. These findings…

Key points: Organization is a key executive function skill that can be a strength or a challenge for many. Many of us already have some systems in place, but we are not giving ourselves credit. Systems that work for you do not have to look like someone else’s or be perfect to be helpful.

With nearly half of Gen Z workers identifying as neurodivergent, some workplaces are paying more attention to how they can support people who think differently.

A recent meta-analysis examined how well cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) improves not just symptoms, but everyday functioning and quality of life in adults with ADHD.

Researchers and clinicians say the shortage is due to limits on manufacturing and sales of the medications, and supply chain problems.

Children who were fully breastfed for longer periods showed modestly fewer ADHD symptoms from ages 3 to 8, even after researchers accounted for genetic and family-related factors, suggesting early feeding patterns may play a small but meaningful role in neurodevelopment.

Key point: Misuse of prescription ADHD stimulants among adults had declined in recent years, a trend that researchers suggested may be linked to worldwide medication shortages.

Alienated by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims about autism, advocates for disabled students are sounding the alarm about the Trump administration’s shifting special education programs to his department.

Genetic likelihood for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder directly predicts irregular timing in the brain waves responsible for focus and goal-directed behavior. This objective link between a person’s genetic profile and their neural activity provides a measurable target for understanding how the condition develops. The research was recently published in the journal Translational Psychiatry.