Attention Dysregulation

Attention Dysregulation

More women than ever are being diagnosed with ADHD — what’s behind the increase?  During her childhood years, writer, educator,…

ADHD & Adults

ADHD & Adults

As diagnoses skyrocket, adults with attention disorders learn to cope Kristiana Jorge calls her North Side home “ADHD friendly.” She…

Briefs: Prescription Video Game for ADHD

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…

Mayo Clinic Q&A: ADHD

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…

Atypical Brain Development Observed in Preschoolers with ADHD Symptoms

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…

A Medication Vacation

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…

ADHD medication for kids: Is it safe? Does it help?

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…

Discuss ADHD medication with your child’s doctor

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…

The Kid’s Doctor: Generic medication may not be best for all ADHD patients

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…

Restless Children

Restless Children

Many kids find sleep elusive, due in part to an ADHD misdiagnosis By Nancy Maes Youngsters of all ages need…