Children with conduct disorder show widespread brain structural differences, finds new international study
Conduct disorder in young people is associated with differences in surface area across much of the brain, compared to the brains of typically developing children, new research shows.
Read MoreChildren and teens with ADHD struggle with object recognition memory
A new study published in Neuropsychology Review has revealed that children and adolescents diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) exhibit significantly poorer object recognition memory compared to their peers without ADHD. This meta-analysis of 28 studies sheds light on the cognitive challenges faced by this population.
Read MorePrescribing Patterns Among Patients With ADHD and Intellectual Disability
Adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and intellectual disability are less likely to be prescribed ADHD medication than controls without intellectual disability, according to study findings published in Psychological Medicine. Adults with co-occurring intellectual disability were also more likely to display hostility, aggression, agitation, and mood instability.
Read MoreHU2U Podcast: Changing the ADHD Narrative From Deficit to Superpower (Part 2) feat. Dr. Mercedes Ebanks
[Excerpt] In the 2nd part of this 2-part series, host, Howard alum, and developmental psychologist Dr. Kweli Zukeri continues his conversation on ADHD with guest Dr. Mercedes Ebanks. Dr. Ebanks is a double Howard alum and Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology at the Howard School of Education. She is also a Behavioral Therapist and the…
Read MoreHU2U Podcast: Changing the ADHD Narrative From Deficit to Superpower (Part 1) feat. Dr. Mercedes Ebanks
[Excerpt] On today’s episode, which is part 1 of a 2-part series, Dr. Mercedes Ebanks joins host, Howard alum, and developmental psychologist Dr. Kweli Zukeri to explore this situation. They will also discuss the potential that lies within changing the ADHD narrative and approach from one of deficit to superpower and how parents and teachers…
Read MoreInside ADHD: More adult women are being diagnosed
ABC News’ Diane Macedo speaks with other women and doctors about rising numbers of women being diagnosed with ADHD as adults, and details her own recent diagnosis.
Read MoreIdentifying and living with ADHD as an adult
ABC News’ Diane Macedo chats with psychiatrist and ADHD expert, Dr. Sasha Hamdani on the rise of ADHD.
Read MoreThe Adderall shortage: Hoarding pills, calling pharmacies
Tory Davis lived with undiagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, for more than 40 years. When she eventually saw a psychiatrist and got prescribed Adderall, the medication altered her life.
Read MoreCBT Must Be Adapted for Adults With ADHD
KEY POINTS: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) adapted to adult ADHD is an established, evidence supported treatment. Research on CBT for adult ADHD included assurances that study therapists were appropriately adapting it. A recent study from the UK used adult ADHD clients’ feedback on their experiences in CBT in community care. When not adequately adapted and…
Read MoreLiving in poverty due to mental health problems or developing mental health problems because of poverty? It’s both
Poverty and mental illness are not only linked, but there is also a causal relationship. This is the conclusion of researchers from Amsterdam UMC, the University of Edinburgh and the University of Modena. Their study shows that while certain mental health issues can hinder financial stability, poverty is also one of the causal factors leading…
Read MoreHow may cannabis affect neurodevelopment when exposed in the womb?
In a recent study published in Nature Mental Health, researchers investigated whether prenatal cannabis exposure (PCE) is related to variations in brain development, which may partially mitigate the relationship between PCE and increased psychopathology throughout early adolescence.
Read MoreSperm and egg donor kids have ‘trust issues’ and are at increased risk of ADHD if they’re kept in the dark about their history, study finds
Children conceived from donated eggs or sperm are more likely to have ‘trust issues’ and ‘identity difficulties’ than non-donor offspring, a study suggests. Researchers from King’s College London, who examined data from 4,666 people conceived from donated genetic material, said the problems stemmed from secrecy and anonymity surrounding parentage. However, they found these individuals fared…
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