ADHD in the News 2024-08-15
People with ADHD are turning to AI apps to help with tasks. Experts say try it cautiously
Becky Litvintchouk didn’t think she’d be able to manage the mountain of tasks needed to become an entrepreneur. Every other part of her life has been overwhelming because of ADHD, which can impact her ability to concentrate.
White, pink noise improve focus for children with ADHD, study shows
Oregon Health & Science University researchers are uncovering the potential benefits of color noise exposure for young people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. A study published in this month's issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry found a small but statistically significant benefit of white and pink noise on task performance among children and college-age young adults with ADHD.
Mizzou study finds sleep and reduced screen time helps unmedicated kids with ADHD
A new University of Missouri study finds that unmedicated kids with ADHD have significantly higher rates of obesity, but also tend to exceed screen time recommendations and fail to meet crucial sleep guidelines. Mizzou’s Crystal Lim shares the study results with Anthony Morabith for Show Me Today.
Researcher Seeks Resilience Mechanisms Against Prenatal Inflammation, a Risk Factor for Neurodevelopmental Disorders
When a person experiences an injury or infection, the body’s immune system responds with inflammation to start the healing process. However, inflammation can occur in much less helpful circumstances – for example, when a person experiences psychological stress or consistently eats a poor diet high in sugars, fats and processed foods.
Study finds preterm-born children fit into three profiles, with different results in cognition and behavior tests
About 13 million babies each year are born prematurely, with preterm birth linked to increases in risk for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), problems with social development, and lower grades. A problem with past analyses of prematurity, however, is that they do not capture the variety seen in children born pre-term, including some with outcomes better than the average results for full- term children. Pre-term means birth before 37 weeks of gestation, with full term being 40 weeks.
The Safety of Psychostimulants or Atomoxetine for Patients With Psychotic Disorders
Evidence indicates that children and adolescents with ADHD have a more than 4-fold increased risk of schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders in adulthood compared with the general population.
Weekly Mind Reader: How ADHD Complicates Brain Development
[Excerpt] Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – who wage an endless war on divided attention, hyperactivity, and impulse control – also face a covert battle against developmental challenges.
Physiological Signals as Diagnostic Indicators for Adult ADHD from Wearable Devices Data
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that persists from childhood into adulthood, with current diagnostic methods being time-consuming and reliant on subjective recall and clinician judgment. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to determine if physiological measures such as Electrodermal Activity, Heart Rate Variability, Skin Temperature, neuropsychological assessments, and imaging techniques can reliably identify adult ADHD.
Walking, foot care and exercise for ADHD
[Excerpt] And, research suggests that physical activity can help some children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Psychologist Stephen Faraone discusses what the research means, explaining the term "disinhibition," and which activities appear to be most helpful.
Mother shares her struggles as nationwide shortage of ADHD medication continues as school begins
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The mother of a child with ADHD is sharing her experiences and struggles getting ahold of her child’s medication amid a nationwide shortage. “It has been the most horrible experience, and it’s really been a hard experience as a parent. I ended up being on the phone to the doctor’s office crying because no one has it, and I’ve asked them, ‘What do I do?’” Jennifer Dykes said.
Burnout Prevention for Lawyers With ADHD
Key points: Stress heightens ADHD symptoms, making lawyers more prone to burnout. Small habits like separating work from relaxation reduce overwhelm. Prioritize sleep, nutrition, and movement to manage ADHD effectively.