If your child has ADHD, you know that some days are harder than others. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a mental disorder classified into three types ...

Attention deficit disorder, with or without hyperactivity (ADHD), can be a problem outside of school because it disrupts the quality of life of families. Between stigmatization, chronic stress and ...

There are two groups of medications a doctor may prescribe for a child with ADHD. These include stimulants and nonstimulants. A doctor may recommend a combination of medications and behavioral ...

Stimulants like methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, and others) are the most commonly prescribed ADHD medications for children. They work by increasing brain chemicals such as dopamine and ...

Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder process unexpected sounds differently than their peers, and these ...

Children can have symptoms from either or both categories to qualify for an ADHD diagnosis. To be diagnosed, symptoms must start before the age of 12, be present for at least 6 months, be present in ...

Children with ADHD are often bright, spontaneous, and caring. But parenting them is not without its challenges. Behavioral problems—from forgetting to do chores to outright defiance—can be frustrating ...

In recognition of ADHD Awareness Month, Soar Autism Center today shared early results from its developmental pediatrics ...

A new narrative review finds that observational studies linking food allergy and ADHD in children are inconsistent and ...

A 2026 meta-analysis links ADHD to higher mortality from several causes.. ADHD medication use was associated with lower all-cause mortality.