This article is part 3 of a 5-part series on modern perspectives on ADHD. Part 2, "What is ADHD, Really?" is available here.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
Scientists are mapping the characteristics that adults with ADHD share—and revealing new coping strategies for people living ...
Kids often squirm, fidget, talk too much, or don’t want to take turns. It’s not unusual for any kid to have trouble paying attention sometimes. But for almost 10% of kids with ADHD (attention deficit ...
Adderall, Ritalin and other stimulants prescribed for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder seem to work on brain areas ...
After evaluating scans of almost 5,800 children with and without attention deficit disorder, US researchers discovered that ...
A new study suggests that common medications prescribed to help manage ADHD, such as Adderall and Ritalin, may work ...
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD Key Takeaways ADHD symptoms often start in childhood and can affect success at school, ...