[Excerpt] A new study indicates that symptoms of inattention are linked to lower performance on memory and mental processing tasks in older adults. This association appears to remain consistent regardless of whether an individual is in their late fifties or their early eighties. The findings were published in the Journal of Attention Disorders.

Youth with related behavior challenges may have trouble moving between different brain states, according to a new study from Yale Child Study Center. Their brains appear to get stuck in states with disrupted connections in areas of the brain important for attention, flexibility in thinking, and regulating emotions.

New analyses regarding digital health interventions suggest that specially designed video games may offer a small benefit in improving attention symptoms for children with certain neurodevelopmental conditions. While the findings indicate a positive outcome in a research setting, the improvements were not large enough to be considered a standalone cure. These results were recently published…

Stimulant medications like methylphenidate (Ritalin) and lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) are dispensed at a rate of 6.1 prescriptions per 100 Americans annually, rising to 24.6 per 100 among boys aged 10-19 years, making them among the most commonly prescribed controlled substances in the country. These medications work by blocking the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine, increasing levels…

Silent clapping, often referred to as “jazz hands,” is becoming popular as a way to make events more neurodivergent friendly. A new study from Karolinska Institutet shows that both neurodivergent and neurotypical people are generally positive towards the practice, although opinions vary widely. The study also highlights differing language preferences, with many participants indicating that…

Before Londi Gamedze was diagnosed with ADHD during the first year of her Ph.D. program, she remembers feeling overwhelmed by the workload, and wondering to herself: “How are we supposed to do this?” Then she was prescribed Ritalin, a stimulant that helps treat ADHD symptoms. “It was a complete revelation,” Gamedze said. “It improved the…

Key points: Adult ADHD diagnoses often bring both relief and grief; both are well documented emotional responses. Because parenting intensifies emotional load, adult ADHD diagnoses affect the entire family system. Research shows that self-understanding in ADHD parents supports emotional regulation.

Key Takeaways: Nearly one-third of surveyed adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) screened positive for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms, far exceeding documented diagnosis rates. Positive ADHD screening was associated with more than double the odds of poor glycemic control (HbA1c ≥8.0%) and higher depression scores. No significant associations were observed between ADHD symptoms and most…

Key point: Only 51.3% of patients treated with MPH had a documented diagnosis of ADHD, while the remainder were treated for depressive, substance-related, and personality disorders, highlighting frequent off-label use in acute settings.

In a victory for academic freedom and education equity, the U.S. Department of Education conceded the end of its February 14, 2025, “Dear Colleague” directive that sought to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in schools and higher education institutions nationwide.

Public conversations about disability are never neutral. When ADHD is framed as a social media trend, real people pay the price with delayed diagnoses and years of self-doubt

Merlin Entertainments has backtracked on its controversial plan to tighten access to its disability queuing system at its theme parks following strong criticism from people with autism, ADHD and anxiety. The company had planned to introduce new eligibility rules for its Ride Access Pass (RAP), which provides a non-queueing option for people unable to stand…