[Excerpt] In a new research project, two economics students from the University of Copenhagen have investigated the question: Do age differences within the same grade affect ADHD prescription rates for children in Danish schools? “The purpose of our study is to get an indication of the degree of misdiagnosis of children due to relative age…

Summary: Children born to mothers who take antiseizure medications to manage seizures and psychiatric conditions during pregnancy may face increased risks of neurodevelopmental conditions, according to new research.

Key Takeaways: Adult ADHD is gaining recognition as a major issue in psychiatry, necessitating its inclusion in routine screenings. New guidelines for adult ADHD management are expected to be released soon, highlighting its growing importance. Dr. Peter S. Jensen, a leader in child psychiatry, advocates for addressing adult ADHD alongside other mental health concerns. Dr.…

The symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) — which include daydreaming, making careless mistakes or taking risks, having a hard time resisting temptation, difficulty getting along with others and fidgeting — can cause challenges, both at home and at school, for the 7 million children who have been diagnosed with the disorder. ADHD has…

New research suggests symptoms of the disorder may be less severe in those with a demanding schedule.

LANHAM, Md., Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The leading experts in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) will convene to share trusted information about the latest research, treatment options, and practical guidance with the ADHD community at the Annual International Conference on ADHD 2024, November 14 through 16, in Anaheim, California. This premier event is hosted by…

It’s important to start by asking them what would help them succeed. The results may surprise you.

In the past three weeks, at least four people have asked me if I’ve listened to the song “ADHD” by Paris Hilton. The single from her new album is a heavily auto-tuned account of her struggles with the disorder she was diagnosed with as an adult, including racing thoughts, inability to sleep, and feeling like…

Key points: The effects of ADHD on adults with the diagnosis are well documented. The effects of a partner’s ADHD on the non-ADHD partner or spouse are less known. A recent study showed the difficulties reported by non-ADHD wives living with husbands with ADHD. Psychoeducation has been advised for ADHD-affected couples but more programs are…

For a long time it was assumed that somewhere between 5 and 6% of children have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). But the rates, in practice, are often higher.

Groundbreaking research exploring the experiences of autistic psychiatrists has revealed that psychiatrists who are unaware that they themselves are autistic may fail to recognise the condition in their patients. The study, conducted by researchers from University College Dublin, London South Bank University, Brighton and Sussex Medical School, is the first of its kind to delve…

In this Contemporary Pediatrics video interview, Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, clinical professor, psychiatry, Texas Tech University School of Medicine, discussed the now-available, FDA-approved clonidine hydrochloride (ONYDA XR; Tris Pharma).