The Neurocognitive Roots of Boredom in ADHD: a Meta-Analysis 

 ADHD in the News 2026-05-28


Boredom is more than just feeling restless or under-stimulated. It’s a negative emotional state that arises when activities feel meaningless or dull and, for those with ADHD, this negative emotional state might be markedly more intense. Researchers increasingly view boredom as functional: an internal signal pushing people to seek more rewarding and meaningful experiences. But for some, that signal becomes chronic and overwhelming.

View Article: The ADHD Evidence Project, May 11, 2026




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