ADHD medications work like sleep, not attention boosters, massive brain study reveals. For some kids, focus problems may be ...

For years, stimulant medications for ADHD have been described as chemical accelerators, framed as drugs that rev up a ...

This article is part 3 of a 5-part series on modern perspectives on ADHD. Part 2, "What is ADHD, Really?" is available here.

Prescription stimulants, such as Ritalin and Adderall, are widely used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), including in children. In the U.S., about 3.5 million children aged 3 ...

Long-term use of ADHD medications can raise the risk of cardiovascular disease in both children and adults, according to a study published Wednesday in JAMA Psychiatry. Experts say that the benefits ...

In a day and age of a lot of misinformation, it's easy to get facts confused about even easily identified medical conditions. Mental health disorders can be especially murky as some people ...

With a Ph.D. in Pharmacology, I have spent 20 years in academia studying drug abuse behavior. So when my son’s second-grade teacher suggested he was exhibiting symptoms of ADHD, I was not in a rush to ...

Living with ADHD presents unique challenges, but implementing effective strategies can transform daily experiences into manageable and even successful endeavors. For the estimated 4.4% of adults ...

You need to discuss ADHD medication in a way that’s appropriate for your child’s age and developmental level. For a young child, choose simple language. Think about using phrases your child already ...