Q: I’m interested in having a dog but wonder if I should get one because of my ADHD symptoms. Would a pet be a good idea for me, even though I have ADHD? —Woman in Maryland A: The short answer is yes! Adults and children affected by ADHD can greatly benefit from pet ownership, helping…

The number of adults older than 50 who are receiving a diagnosis of ADHD for the first time is growing. “ADHD in older adults is an important diagnosis,” says psychiatrist and author Martin Wetzel, MD. “I would argue, also, that it’s an important issue in public health.” An increased awareness of ADHD along with better…

The water rose quickly near Belynda Gauthier’s home. “We had about an hour to gather some belongings, catch the cat, and evacuate before our house got five feet of nasty water,” Ms. Gauthier recounts. “We live in an area that had never flooded in over 500 years of recorded history. We did not anticipate this…