National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 ADHD carries multiple health risks, especially when untreated or poorly managed. Often, people with ADHD have co-occurring depression, which can become life-threatening. In some situations, this includes the risk of suicide. A study from Canada of 21,744 adults, including 529 with ADHD, noted an increase in deaths from suicide among…

A lack of ADHD specialists in your area can make it challenging to get an ADHD evaluation for yourself or a loved one. Often there are long wait times for an appointment (sometimes six months or more), or it can be difficult to find a practice that accepts your insurance. Telemedicine or telehealth is a…

How to Find and Work with Your Doctor Especially for Youth and Young Adults Featuring Sarah Cheyette, MD Wednesday, April 21 | 5 PM, ET One of the most important things to consider when managing ADHD is your treatment “team.” Who should be on your team? Young adults and teens preparing to leave high school…