Attention Dysregulation
More women than ever are being diagnosed with ADHD — what’s behind the increase? During her childhood years, writer, educator, and content creator Laura Danger, 34, of Chicago, often felt anxious, trying hard in school to overcome her challenges. At the time, she didn’t exhibit physical hyperactivity or impulsivity — two classically known symptoms of […]
ADHD & Adults
As diagnoses skyrocket, adults with attention disorders learn to cope Kristiana Jorge calls her North Side home “ADHD friendly.” She places sticky notes in strategic spots as reminders to clean the refrigerator or buy cereal. And she relies on timers to keep her on track, limiting video game play to an hour before she moves […]
Briefs: Prescription Video Game for ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects about 4 million children ages 6 to 11, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Now, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first prescription iPhone and iPad video game for kids ages 8 to 12 with ADHD. The FDA authorized doctors to prescribe Akili Interactive’s EndeavorRX, […]
Mayo Clinic Q&A: ADHD
High energy, lack of focus don’t necessarily mean child has ADHD DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As the mom of an elementary schoolboy, I hear a lot of talk about ADHD. But what is it exactly? How do you tell the difference between a kid who just has a ton of energy and one who has a […]
Atypical Brain Development Observed in Preschoolers with ADHD Symptoms
According to researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health, children as young as 4 years old with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may have significant differences in brain structure, compared to children without such symptoms. Their study is the first comprehensive examination of brain structure changes in preschoolers with signs of ADHD, […]
A Medication Vacation
Should you leave room in the suitcase for your child’s ADHD meds? It wasn’t until her son Francisco turned 3 that Chicago resident Maggi Steib began noticing behavior issues. “He was impulsive,” she remembers. “If it was time to put blocks away, he would start throwing the blocks instead.” Francisco’s behavior grew worse as he grew older. He […]
ADHD medication for kids: Is it safe? Does it help?
By Ellen Braaten, Ph.D. Harvard Health Blog Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric disorders, with prevalence rates around 3 percent to 4 percent. Medication is frequently used to treat the symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity that are associated with the disorder. It’s a developmental disorder, meaning that […]
Discuss ADHD medication with your child’s doctor
By Sue Hubbard, M.D. If your child takes medications for ADHD, you may notice that your insurance company may either deny coverage for these prescriptions or wants to use a generic version of the medication your child needs to take. It seems that this is becoming more and more prevalent, and I get phone calls […]
The Kid’s Doctor: Generic medication may not be best for all ADHD patients
By Sue Hubbard, M.D., www.kidsdr.com If your child takes medications for ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), you may be noticing that your insurance company is now denying coverage for these prescriptions, or is wanting to use a generic version of the medication your child is taking. It seems this is becoming more and more prevalent […]
Restless Children
Many kids find sleep elusive, due in part to an ADHD misdiagnosis By Nancy Maes Youngsters of all ages need a good night’s sleep, but for some, that good night is elusive. In fact, it is estimated that more than two million children today have some type of sleep disorder. It takes some detective work […]
