Contrary to what you may have seen broadcast on Channel 4 recently, ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is not a myth. Nor, in my opinion, is it a ‘disorder’. It’s a well described, well researched, well evidenced neurodevelopmental difference. Which means that people who have ADHD develop differently. It is also not a problem until…

Irritability, anxiety and negative thought patterns in children and young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) could help explain why these individuals are more likely to develop depression later in life.

Summary: Some of the attention patterns that make ADHD challenging may also help spark creativity by allowing the brain to explore more ideas and unexpected connections. Researchers think creative activities could potentially channel this “defocused attention” while helping strengthen the brain systems involved in focus and self-control.

Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder often face distinct challenges in maintaining sexual satisfaction and connection with their partners. A recent analysis of personal accounts from people with the condition revealed that characteristics such as a heightened need for novelty and difficulty regulating focus can deeply influence their intimate lives. The findings were published in…

The Background: Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the most significant public health challenges in the United States. In 2022 alone, nearly 44,000 people died on American roads, and more than 2.6 million crash-related injuries required emergency care. Most people are familiar with the usual suspects: drunk driving, speeding, and distracted driving from phones. These…

Children who display more symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) tend to earn lower grades in school, and new research provides evidence that these symptoms directly cause poorer academic performance. By applying advanced genetic models to data from twins and siblings, scientists found that ADHD symptoms negatively affect grades, while grades do not appear to influence…

Key point: Conditions such as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and speech disorders were associated with higher odds for severe substance use, while autism was linked to a decreased risk among college students.

Early planning can help prevent disruptions in treatment, medication access and support

This week’s roundup covers new data on cardiometabolic risk in patients with serious mental illness and ADHD, alongside a pipeline update on a new indication for an already-approved drug. Policy developments include a milestone in the anticipated US adult ADHD guidelines from APSARD and a landmark settlement over social media’s impact on teen mental health.

Paris Hilton’s ADHD isn’t managed by willpower. It’s the night-before checklist she runs her whole household on. Here’s what she actually does.

The Gang hatches a plan to prove their intelligence after a pair of surprising test results.

NHS ombudsman warns of years-long waits and patients paying thousands to go private as demand for services soars