ADHD

A virtual reality platform could enable ADHD patients to improve cognitive functioning.

Experts expect an increase in mental health issues caused by the pandemic in the future.

Medication might be best used as a first-line option for patients with ADHD.

Higher levels of acetaminophen detected in meconium was linked to increased odds of developing ADHD by 6-7 years old.

This edition from the 10 Year Plan features perspective from leadership at APA and AADPRT, as well as survey results from psychiatrists.

These disparities were noted between age groups, sex, race/ethnicity, and urbanization level of residence.

Because ADHD presents differently in females than it does in males, the disorder has been underdiagnosed in females for several years.

Dr. Cerulli discusses some ways ADHD can manage the changes in routine during COVID-19.

Investigators did not find differences between children with ASD and children with ADHD after accounting for task behavior durations as percentages of total used task time.

Phthalates were particularly linked to negative behaviors in adolescents who developed ADHD.

Children of mothers with PCOS need additional psychological support and longer mental health follow-up.

ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, seizures, and even developmental delays are asssociated with a two-fold risk of asthma in US children.

ADHD symptoms are highly comorbid with insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and snoring.

In multiple clinical trials, investigators do not find any serious adverse events.