Neurofeedback may not be effective in reducing ADHD symptoms
A review of research led by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London, the University of Southampton, the CIMH Mannheim and the University of Zurich found little evidence that neurofeedback treatment is beneficial for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Read MoreAAP links condition to behavioral, developmental issues in children
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now)- A Sterling, Virginia mother Joey Batialle’s once-typically developing son became a frustrated and anxious 5-year-old, collecting various diagnoses such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Read MoreWhat’s the best treatment for ADHD? Large new study offers clues
(CNN) — Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, was long thought to be a disorder that only affected children. But now it’s well established that the symptoms can persist into adulthood — and a large new study has assessed which treatments may be most effective at alleviating them.
Read MoreADHD: Discovering the Languages of Love
In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and ADHD marriage consultant Melissa Orlov (https://adhdmarriage.com) explore the challenges of managing ADHD in relationships. They discuss how ADHD impacts self-regulation which makes it difficult to manage both attention and emotions, two key elements of any healthy relationship.
Read MoreCommunity partners key to success of vaccine clinic focused on neurodevelopmental conditions
(SACRAMENTO) A new paper shows how partnering with the community can lead to more inclusive health care, especially for individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. The article, published this week in Pediatrics, details the success of a unique COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinic at the UC Davis MIND Institute.
Read MoreResearch reveals marijuana hinders Adderall’s effects in mice
Adderall is prescribed for attention deficit disorders as a way to help focus. Marijuana is legal in two dozen states and is used by many to relax. New research from Northeastern University says you shouldn’t use the two in combination—finding that regular marijuana use suppresses the effects of Adderall on the brains of mice.
Read MorePrivate Insurers Must Now Cover Dyslexia Testing in New York
A significant hurdle facing dyslexic children in New York was cleared on Wednesday, when Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law that requires private insurers to cover the costs of key diagnostic tests. The bill, the first of its kind passed in the United States, is designed to increase early diagnoses of dyslexia and…
Read MoreLebanon County family impacted by nationwide ADHD medication shortage
LEBANON, Pa. — Across the nation, thousands are dealing with an ongoing ADHD medication shortage and one family in Lebanon County says they are praying for change. “I feel bad that I cannot help my child and it’s all because there’s a shortage [with] this medication,” explained Jerome Gilbert.
Read MoreTeens Driving with ADHD: Reduce Risks and Stay Safe
Studies show that teens with ADHD are more likely to receive traffic tickets and be involved in accidents. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Jeff Copper interviews Ann Shanahan and Gayle Sweeney from the Edge Foundation to discuss how they are educating drivers and instructors to help ADHD teens drive safely.
Read MoreResearchers map neural pathways involved in response inhibition
[Excerpt] In a recent attempt, researchers from Juntendo University aimed to explore the neural networks underlying inhibition in their study published online in Nature Communications on December 3, 2024. They focused on how visual information is processed and leads to action control. They investigated the sequential flow of information starting from the primary visual cortex,…
Read MoreNew grant funds study on role of brain’s reward system in autism and ADHD
The USC Stevens INI has received funding to map reward circuitry in the brain and to investigate its role in two neurodevelopmental conditions.
Read MoreUWF student studies brain signals in individuals with ADHD and autism
A UWF Usha Kundu, MD College of Health student is taking a look at how people with autism or ADHD process sensory information compared to neurotypical people, or individuals without ADHD or autism, to get a better understanding of their sensitivities to stimuli.
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