Taking or not taking ADHD medication can have some important real-life consequences that extend into the realms of education, criminality, or substance abuse.

An ADHD diagnosis means a person is prone to impulsivity and distractibility, which can manifest in the form of substance misuse, traffic accidents, criminality and even suicidal behavior. A recent ...

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Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain develops ...

Pediatricians are too quick to prescribe medication for young children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, a new analysis shows. The American Academy of ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Asian, Black and Hispanic children with ADHD were less likely to be prescribed medication early vs. white ...

A recent executive order by President Trump creating the MAHA commission suggests the possibility of future restrictions on ...

Scientists are changing their view of how drugs like Adderall and Ritalin help children with ADHD stay on task. NPR's Jon Hamilton reports on a new study that found the drugs act on brain networks ...

Mar. 23 -- FRIDAY, Sept. 21 (HealthDay News) -- Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can perform better at school if placed on long-term drug ...

Veterans with homelessness had higher rates of stimulant prescriptions, despite having a psychotic disorder or active cocaine use disorder.

Many professional women assume their overwhelm, procrastination, and disorganization are character flaws. However, it may be undiagnosed ADHD. Many women are diagnosed later.