Tics and stereotypies often co-occur in otherwise typically developing pediatric patients, according to a systematic literature review published in Neurological Sciences.

About 21% of children covered by Medicaid in 2019 were exposed to a potentially major interaction between multiple prescription drugs, according to a new study.

Key Takeaways: Dietary patterns that emphasize nutrient-rich, unprocessed foods appear protective against ADHD symptoms. Micronutrients and probiotics may help with ADHD, but there’s not enough evidence to support supplementation without a deficiency. Doctors can cautiously suggest an elimination diet to determine if an individual has specific dietary triggers.

As it can often be difficult to distinguish between ADHD and autism, we’ve developed a helpful and informative fact sheet for clinicians to share with patients and their caregivers.

Summary: Babies and toddlers exposed to television or video viewing may be more likely to exhibit atypical sensory behaviors, such as being disengaged and disinterested in activities, seeking more intense stimulation in an environment, or being overwhelmed by sensations like loud sounds or bright lights, according to recent data.

Prescriptions for ADHD treatments surged among adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, helping to fuel lingering shortages that frustrate parents and doctors. New prescriptions for stimulants used to treat the condition jumped for young adults and women during a two-year window after the pandemic hit in March 2020, according to a study published Wednesday in JAMA…

Great speakers, importance information for your clinical practice, and networking activities are among the top reasons to attend the American Professional Society of ADHD [attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder] and Related Disorders (APSARD) 2024 Conference, Gregory W. Mattingly, MD, APSARD President Elect, told Psychiatric TimesTM in an exclusive interview.

Fiona Edwards is 50 years old, but to this day, some of her most traumatic memories are from her elementary school classroom in the Caribbean. As a child with an overactive imagination who struggled to stay organized and to wait her turn, Edwards had a hard time learning as her classmates did. And her principal…

Sometimes, the answer is yes. Sometimes, it’s your only option. But it depends on the condition, the mix of symptoms, and where you’re getting your info. Here’s when self-diagnosis helps—and hurts—your mental health.

KEY POINTS: Alexithymia is characterized by a difficulty in identifying and expressing emotions. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder marked by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. An adolescent with both conditions might find it difficult to understand and express their frustrations.

Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often goes undiagnosed in adults — including parents — but it has a significant impact on family life. A parent with ADHD may struggle with time management and staying focused. They may appear to be in control, but their daily life can be chaotic with missed appointments, trouble remembering and enforcing rules…

How does a pregnant person’s environment, diet, stress, medications and social wellbeing affect their pregnancy and — down the road — their child’s health? That will be the focus of a new two-year study from scientists at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, which will…