ADHD
Feature
DIY Brain Stimulation Is Growing in Popularity, but Is It Safe, Effective?
From the Journals
Sharp Rise in US Pediatric ADHD Diagnoses
The prevalence estimates can be used by clinicians, policymakers, and others “to plan for the needs of children with ADHD, such as by ensuring...
Feature
Chronotherapy: Why Timing Drugs to Our Body Clocks May Work
More research showed circadian medicine — timing drug-taking to one’s body clock — could reduce side effects and improve the effectiveness of a...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA Approves Nonstimulant Liquid Onyda XR for ADHD
The once-daily extended-release oral suspension, with nighttime dosing, can be used alone or as an adjunctive therapy to FDA-approved stimulant...
Conference Coverage
Customized Video Games Promising for ADHD, Depression, in Children
“The studies are showing these video games really do work, at least for ADHD and depression but maybe not for anxiety.”
From the Journals
ADHD Tied to Risk for Lewy Body Disease, Dementia, MCI
Determining whether there is an association between ADHD and dementia could generate opportunities for prevention and early treatment.
From the Journals
First Consensus Statement on Improving Healthcare for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
Without better access to safe and appropriate care, people with NDDs experience more seclusion, accidents, restraints, and injury in healthcare...
Latest News
First US Adult ADHD Guidelines Finally on the Way?
ADHD is the second-most common psychiatric disorder in adults but mental health professionals report a lack of familiarity with the disorder in...
Latest News
ADHD Meds Linked to Lower Suicide, Hospitalization Risk
Investigators found significantly lower risk for psychiatric hospitalization for patients taking most ADHD medications except for atomoxetine.
Latest News
Methylphenidate Linked to Small Increase in CV Event Risk
ADHD medication treatment linked to higher probability of increased risk for CV events, says study.
Latest News
No End in Sight for National ADHD Drug Shortage
Adderall has been in short supply for a year and half due to several causes, which have not yet been resolved.