3 Different Types of ADHD Identified in New Study. What to Know

A recent study suggests there may be three different biotypes of ADHD. The findings suggest that each biotype (subtype) of ADHD may have its own distinct chemical reactions in the brain. Experts say that more research is needed, but the study could mark a shift in how ADHD is diagnosed and treated.

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Are more people getting ADHD — or are we just catching more cases?

For many of us who grew up in the 1990s and 2000s, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder — better known as ADHD — seemed like a condition for kids. But that perception is changing: Of the more than 15 million adults in America diagnosed with ADHD, about half of them got that diagnosis in adulthood. Laura…

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Poverty linked to early motor delays in babies as young as six months

Poverty can affect babies’ motor development as early as six months of age. This is the conclusion of the first Brazilian study to examine the quantity and quality of motor development month by month and its relationship with socioeconomic vulnerability during the first months of life. The study, conducted by researchers at the Federal University…

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Routine helps children adjust to school, but harsh parenting may undo benefits

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Starting elementary school is a major milestone, but it can be a difficult transition as children can experience separation anxiety or have trouble adapting to school rules and structure. However, a team led by Penn State researchers found that consistent routines in the home can reduce the likelihood that children will…

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