A first-of-its-kind study has found that recognizing – and actually using – personal strengths is linked with better wellbeing and fewer mental-health symptoms in adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It also mapped which “ADHD strengths”…

By eliminating these seemingly insignificant toxic morning habits, you can unlock a hidden reservoir of productivity and set yourself...

A large-scale Swedish study explored the connections between ADHD and criminal behavior within families. The findings suggest a shared liability that appears to be influenced by genetic factors, with some notable differences between men and women.

A new study reveals that low omega-3 fatty acid intake is associated with increased ADHD symptoms among Palestinian adolescents.

A new brain imaging study finds that children with ADHD show disrupted development in white matter connecting emotional and cognitive brain regions. The research links these differences to symptom severity across childhood and adolescence.

Children who spend a significant amount of time on social media tend to experience a gradual decline in their ability to concentrate. This is according to a comprehensive study from Karolinska Institutet, published in Pediatrics Open Science, where researchers…

BACKGROUND. Children spend significant amount of time using digital media (DM), and longer exposure may increase attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)-related symptoms, although findings are mixed. We investigated longitudinal association between…

A study from WashU Medicine shows for the first time that commonly prescribed drugs for ADHD do not act on the brain’s attention circuitry.

A study of college students indicates that treating oneself with kindness may buffer the impact of adverse childhood experiences on attention and impulse control, potentially offering a new pathway for intervention.

This cohort study investigates the associations of the prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and methylphenidate use among prepubescent children and adolescents with body mass index (BMI) and height at adulthood.

A 17-year longitudinal study followed children from birth to adolescence to explore whether early-life factors can predict ADHD, and for whom the environment matters most. The study tracked ~125 children and their parents, examining infant temperament, parental…

A large Danish study reveals that while diagnoses drop during pregnancy, they rise significantly as children reach preschool age. This trend suggests the demands of parenting may unmask previously hidden symptoms.

Researchers analyzing data from over 1,000 older Americans found that difficulty focusing negatively affects mental processing. This relationship between inattention and cognitive struggles appears stable across different stages of aging.

As diagnoses surge, so does an unregulated coaching industry

ADHD diagnostic criteria do not fully encompass the ADHD experience. A new study identified nine categories of symptoms; some of them are not even mentioned in the DSM.

A recent study suggests that adults with ADHD who experience hyperactive and impulsive symptoms tend to view their condition more positively. In contrast, those with primarily inattentive symptoms are less likely to see their diagnosis as advantageous.

ADHD isn’t just about experiencing fidgeting, distractibility, forgetfulness or restlessness; it’s also about the hidden work adults do to hide those symptoms in their everyday lives.