San Francisco — New research presented today at the American Psychiatric Association’s Annual Meeting finds that a substantial proportion of adults hospitalized after traffic accidents may have undiagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which has been associated with significantly riskier driving behaviors. In a cross-sectional study of 95 adults hospitalized for traffic-related injuries in Santo Domingo, Dominican…

Researchers have identified the best dosage for each ADHD medication using data from thousands of people with the condition. A new study published today [14 May] in the Lancet Psychiatry provides the most comprehensive view of dosage effects for five commonly used medications for ADHD. To help patients and clinicians choose the right dosage, the…

Current evidence does not support a causal link between the use of almost all antidepressants during pregnancy and an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), in children, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in The Lancet Psychiatry journal.

[EXCERPT] Researchers reviewed insurance claims for children ages 1 to 18 and found visits involving a mental health diagnosis rose from about 6 visits per 100 children to nearly 10 per 100 over the study period. While anxiety showed the sharpest increase, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, remained the most common condition addressed during visits.

Specialists say the trend is fuelling a concerning surge in addiction.

A recent study published in the journal Nature Mental Health suggests that children exhibiting high levels of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder traits are more likely to experience psychological distress up into middle age. The research provides evidence that this long-term mental health burden is partly driven by societal exclusion. Systemic barriers, such as limited access to…

Key point: Music listening while studying was significantly associated with a higher-grade point average among college students with ADHD, but no association in the broader student population, underscoring the need for further research and investigation.

A new study suggests that adult-diagnosed ADHD may not be driven by distinct environmental pathways, with executive function emerging as the clearest link to symptom severity across age-of-diagnosis groups. 

ADHD is usually associated with being careless, impulsive and having difficulty concentrating. New research focused on ADHD in adults indicates a greater number of cognitive and motor symptoms, and that the effects of medication vary depending on the severity of symptoms. The results could pave the way for more personalized care and better day-to-day support.…

Premenstrual disorders and psychiatric conditions often seem to flock together, and researchers now have data to make a case for it. A large Swedish study involving over 3 million women revealed a striking two-way path between premenstrual disorders (PMDs)—premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and premenstrual syndrome (PMS)—and common mental health conditions like depression and anxiety.

A new study that set out to assess screen time and the relationship to self regulation in a real-world sample of children revealed that children aged four to 16 years are far exceeding recommended daily screen time guidelines.

Key point: While comorbidities such as depression and bipolar disorder increased risk for suicide, ADHD remained a distinct predictor for suicidal behavior in youths, underscoring the need for suicide attempt assessments for youths with ADHD.