Can an adult be diagnosed with ADHD even though she didn’t have symptoms of the disorder in childhood or adolescence? There is growing evidence that ADHD is emerging for the first time in adulthood for some people. With the updated diagnostic criteria of ADHD in adults in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders,…

Question: My little boy will be turning five at the end of the summer. He’s all over the place! He gets wound up easily, especially in the later afternoon, and doesn’t listen when he’s spoken to. He also tends to be clingy and we have a hard time getting him motivated in the morning. We…

CHADD Webinar: Redefining Healthy Eating and Our Relationship with Food Featuring Roberto Olivardia, PhD June 11, 2019 | 2 p.m. ET It can be hard enough for anyone to plan meals, choose healthy foods, and establish consistent routines around food and eating. But when you have ADHD, it becomes even more challenging when symptoms interfere…

Teens with ADHD might not be as ready as their peers to take the wheel, according to new research. Their likelihood of getting traffic tickets and having crashes are significantly higher than those for teens who don’t have ADHD. Teen and adult drivers with ADHD experience challenges with executive function, and are at greater risk…

Could the spice saffron show promise as the foundation of a new treatment for ADHD? Researchers in the Middle East are exploring the use of this traditional culinary ingredient to potentially address brain-based health conditions. To evaluate saffron’s effectiveness at addressing ADHD symptoms, researchers in Iran conducted a small-scale study of 54 children, divided into…

ADHD 365: Executive Functions and Impulsivity in Children with ADHD Featuring Connor Patros, PhD Connor Patros, PhD, discusses his interest in looking at how neurocognitive factors, executive functions, relate to the ADHD symptom of impulsivity. He shares with listeners some of the interventions that can strengthen executive functioning for children.   Dr. Patros is a…

CHADD Webinar: 4 Common Problems in ADHD Treatment for Teens and Adults Featuring Thomas E. Brown, PhD June 11, 2 PM ET Are you feeling frustrated that you don’t have immediate results from your ADHD treatment plan? It could be a matter of taking more time, or it could be time for another approach. Some…

Can what your child eats affect her ADHD symptoms? We know that diet and food do not cause ADHD, but there’s a growing body of evidence that some dietary supports can help improve symptoms for a number of people. Developmental pediatrician Marianne Glanzman, MD, takes a serious look at the nutritional needs of children who…

Could the foods a woman chooses during pregnancy decrease her child’s likelihood of being diagnosed with ADHD? It’s been known for some time that omega-3 fatty acids can help to improve ADHD symptoms in some children. Several research studies have shown that addressing symptoms using omega-3 supplements can be helpful, but overall the studies have…

Ask the Expert: Redefining Healthy Eating and Our Relationship with Food Featuring Roberto Olivardia, PhD June 11, 2019 | 2 p.m. ET Did you know that ADHD can affect your relationship with meals? It can be hard enough for anyone to plan meals, choose healthy foods, and establish consistent routines around food and eating. This…

Could your child’s height be affected by his ADHD medication? Well-meaning family and friends may tell you they’ve heard that stimulant medications will prevent your son or daughter from reaching full height. But is that true? The answer is not as simple as yes or no, so we reviewed the research and talked with CHADD’s…

Will you head to the beach, the mountains, or a national park this summer? Or maybe a local day trip to nearby historic sites or a theme park? Summer is a great time for getaways, but with ADHD in the family you’ll want to tackle a couple details before you head out the door. Packing…