ADHD Weekly, August 18, 2022

Can’t Stop Gaming? Help Your Child Set Limits

It’s hard not to be drawn into the excitement of a good video game. You might enjoy the fast pace of a multiplayer campaign or the challenge of a matching game, or another option from the far-reaching collection of available games on your favorite platform. Video games are especially appealing to children and teens who…



Research Shows ADHD Meds Do Not Increase Substance Use Risks

The risk of developing a substance abuse disorder, or a dependency on alcohol, illegal drugs, or other intoxicants, is a long-standing concern for most parents and practitioners when a child is diagnosed with ADHD. Children and adults who have ADHD tend to have a greater possibility of substance abuse. The natural concern has been if…



Professionals Webinar: Working with Latino Patients and Their Families

Ask the Expert for Treatment Professionals Working with Latino Patients and Their Families Wednesday, Sept. 7 | 12 PM EDT Featuring Luke Smith, MD Cultural norms, along with barriers to healthcare, in Latino communities can affect how ADHD symptoms in children are recognized or acknowledged. While Latino communities have similar numbers of children and adults…