ADHD

Women with ADHD three times more likely to experience premenstrual dysphoric disorder – new research

Women with ADHD three times more likely to experience premenstrual dysphoric disorder – new research: PMDD causes symptoms such as mood swings, irritability, depressed mood and anxiety. LightField Studios/ Shutterstock Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has historically been under-studied in women. This means we still have a limited understanding of how the condition may uniquely affect …

Dopamine menus: the science behind the trend – and how it might help people with ADHD

Dopamine menus: the science behind the trend – and how it might help people with ADHD: The 'dopamine menu' concep was first popularised in 2020. MMD Creative/ Shutterstock Menus are usually something you’d expect to come across in a restaurant. But one social media influencer went viral recently for sharing a different kind of menu …

ADHD drug shortages are affecting patients in the UK – here’s why they’re happening

ADHD drug shortages are affecting patients in the UK – here’s why they’re happening: It's hoped shortages will be resolved soon. DavidPinoPhotography/ Shutterstock Millions of people in the UK who take drugs for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are facing difficulties getting their prescriptions filled due to shortages. These shortages are currently affecting four of …

ADHD: inattention and hyperactivity have been the focus of research – but emotional problems may be the missing link

ADHD: inattention and hyperactivity have been the focus of research – but emotional problems may be the missing link: japansainlook/Shutterstock Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental health disorders in children, affecting 7.2% of people under the age of 18 worldwide. Many of these children will still have ADHD in …

Brain training probably doesn’t help ADHD – new study

Brain training probably doesn’t help ADHD – new study: r.classen/Shutterstock Drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be very effective, but they can come with a range of undesirable side-effects, such as increased anxiety, trouble sleeping and loss of appetite. It is not surprising that people have sought other treatments. Brain training – …

ADHD more strongly linked to anxiety and depression compared to autism – new research

ADHD more strongly linked to anxiety and depression compared to autism – new research: People with neurodevelopmental conditions are more likely to suffer from mental health problems. Black Salmon/ Shutterstock Autistic people and people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often experience anxiety and depression. When these conditions occur together, though – as they often …

Autism and ADHD: the youth justice system is harming neurodivergent children

Autism and ADHD: the youth justice system is harming neurodivergent children: SewCream/Shutterstock Neurodivergent children are disproportionately represented in the youth justice system in England. This includes those with conditions including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and speech, language and communication needs. Research across a range of countries suggests that 15% of …

What is adult ADHD and how to treat it – The Conversation Weekly podcast transcript

What is adult ADHD and how to treat it – The Conversation Weekly podcast transcript: Shutterstock/yokunen This is a transcript of The Conversation Weekly podcast episode: Adult ADHD: What it is, how to treat it and why medicine ignored it for so long, published on May 12, 2022. NOTE: Transcripts may contain errors. Please check …

ADHD drug shows promise in treating some symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease – new research

ADHD drug shows promise in treating some symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease – new research: Noradrenergic drugs were shown to improve some brain function and feelings of apathy. Africa Studio/ Shutterstock The search for a way to treat Alzheimer’s disease has puzzled scientists for decades. This may be why some researchers are shifting their focus slightly, …

ADHD: why it can make it harder to keep eating habits in check – and what you can do about it

ADHD: why it can make it harder to keep eating habits in check – and what you can do about it: People with ADHD may tend to only eat a specific food or meal before eventually growing tired of it. Drazen Zigic/ Shutterstock People with ADHD know how much the condition can affect all aspects …

Autism, ADHD and school absence are risk factors for self-harm: new research

Autism, ADHD and school absence are risk factors for self-harm: new research: Self-harm – physically hurting yourself – is common in young people, affecting about one in five teens by the age of 18. Only about one in eight self-harm episodes in teenagers are seen at hospital emergency departments. However, attending hospital for self-harm is …

Why many women with autism and ADHD aren’t diagnosed until adulthood – and what to do if you think you’re one of them

Why many women with autism and ADHD aren’t diagnosed until adulthood – and what to do if you think you’re one of them: Many women have to wait years for a diagnosis. Roman Kosolapov/ Shutterstock Over the last decade or so, there’s been an uptick in the number of adults being diagnosed with autism and …

Hoarding: people with ADHD are more likely to have problems – new research

Hoarding: people with ADHD are more likely to have problems – new research: trekandshoot/Shutterstock Many of us may find we have acquired too many possessions that clutter our living spaces, but refuse to part with things “in case we might need them”. Although having too much stuff is something many of us can relate to, …

Accessibility in open source for people with ADHD, dyslexia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Accessibility in open source for people with ADHD, dyslexia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder: For a long time, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, Asperger syndrome, dyslexia, and other neurodiverse conditions were considered things that hold people back. But now, many researchers and employers recognize that neurodiversity is a competitive advantage, especially in technology, and especially when …

ADHD in adults: what it’s like living with the condition – and why many still struggle to get diagnosed

ADHD in adults: what it’s like living with the condition – and why many still struggle to get diagnosed: Inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness are all traits of ADHD. Andrii Zastrozhnov/ Shutterstock Many of us think of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) as a childhood condition – which is typically when it’s diagnosed. But a growing …

ADHD & Anxiety Workshop For Parents

ADHD & Anxiety Workshop For Parents – a Sport interest event taking place on 2019-09-24 19:30:00 in Canada If these are these your child’s biggest struggles, this workshop is for you.- Calming down- Regulating emotions- Sitting to get school work done- Turning off their brain to go to bed- Butterflies or upset tummy from anxiety- …

ADHD More Common in DES Grandchildren 1

Check out this WordPress Publishing image: ADHD More Common in DES Grandchildren 1 Image by DES Daughter A cohort study – Association of Exposure to Diethylstilbestrol During Pregnancy With Multigenerational Neurodevelopmental Deficits – published May 21, 2018, shows that prenatal diethylstilbestrol exposure may lead to neurodevelopmental disorders across several generations : DES grandchildren are more …

Exposure to DES linked to ADHD in grandchildren

A nice WordPress Publishing image: Exposure to DES linked to ADHD in grandchildren Image by DES Daughter A cohort study – Association of Exposure to Diethylstilbestrol During Pregnancy With Multigenerational Neurodevelopmental Deficits – published May 21, 2018, shows that prenatal diethylstilbestrol exposure may lead to neurodevelopmental disorders across several generations : DES grandchildren are more …