Researchers in the UF College of Pharmacy determined that a child’s age when diagnosed with ADHD may be a strong predictor of the types and number of medications that are later prescribed to treat psychiatric conditions…Published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, the study found that preschoolers with ADHD were more likely to receive antipsychotics,…

Stimulant medications are commonly recommended to help people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder manage their symptoms…However, many people with ADHD are eager to explore nonmedication alternatives to treat their disorder or are interested in a complementary approach, which encompasses medication as well as methods such as mindfulness or dietary changes.

Making the transition from elementary to middle school is a huge milestone for all children and their parents. For children with Autism, ADHD, and other “special abilities”, this dramatic change of life is even more traumatic than for their NT (neuro-typical) peers.

Transitions create an opportunity for change. For parents, any shift in the family schedule is a great time to consider what you’d like to do differently. Around ADHD, kids rely even more than peers on parents for structure, whether around school, health, technology, or anywhere else. Naturally, change is hard for all kids, and can…

Recent findings did not indicate a causal association between methylphenidate treatment and suicide attempts…To assess the association between methylphenidate and risk for suicide attempt, researchers analyzed data from a population-based, electronic medical database from the Hong Kong Clinical Data Analysis & Reporting System for 25,629 individuals aged 6 to 25 years who received methylphenidate treatment…

According to the American Psychological Association, reviews of hundreds of research studies have shown that about 75 percent of people who engage in some form psychotherapy benefit from it. In addition, the average person who receives psychotherapy treatment is better off by the end of treatment than 80 percent of those who don’t receive any…

This collection of charts (updated July 31, 2017) explores trends in the prevalence, outcomes, costs, and access to care associated with mental health and substance abuse disorders in the United States and comparably wealthy countries. A related brief offers discussion of data available as of May 5, 2016.

Researchers from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center conducted a study that took a closer look at the role sports plays in people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The findings, which were presented at the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting in May, noted that people with ADHD were more inclined to…

Getting children involved with sports offers plenty of benefits, including physical exercise, development of social skills and even boosted self-esteem. But do all sports offer the same level of benefit for children who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Have you ever seen someone with ADHD in a crisis? Are you wondering how to help them? Do you talk to them? Do you remain silent? This article will answer this particular question.”

This post highlights one of the lesser known ACA provisions, the patient centered medical home (PCMH), which has a direct impact on mental health care delivery and outcomes…According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), “combining mental health services/expertise with primary care can reduce costs, increase the quality of care, and, ultimately, save lives”…

Although it can be incredibly useful, technology still has the potential to create numerous issues for some individuals. Without the right knowledge of a particular app or program, some people may experience difficulties even with staying organized.