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…

Letter writer is stuck in a frustrating cycle of constantly telling their son with ADHD to stop certain behaviors.

Azurity Pharmaceuticals has announced that lisdexamfetamine dimesylate (Arynta) oral solution will be available mid-2026 for treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and pediatric patients aged 6 years and older.1 Arynta gained US Food and Drug Administration approval back on June 16, 2025, for the treatment of ADHD in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and…

A new campaign from Otsuka aims to educate healthcare professionals about the far-reaching impacts of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) on patients’ lives, beyond just the diagnostic symptoms of the condition.

Six in 10 Patients With Severe Borderline Personality Disorder Have Symptoms of ADHD Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be a common comorbid condition in patients with severe borderline personality disorder, a study in Psychiatric Research & Clinical Practice has found.