Before stimulant drugs such as Ritalin, Concerta and Adderall began their rise to popularity in the 1970s, treatment for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) focused on behavioral therapy.

ADHD family therapy can involve attending therapy together with your child or separate parent sessions, depending on the age and needs of your child. This is because younger children may not be mature ...

A comprehensive meta-analysis of 43 trials reveals that organizational strategies, third-wave therapy, and problem-solving techniques are among the most effective cognitive-behavioral therapy ...

This graph visualizes how the trials included in the meta-analysis compared the effectiveness of different treatment strategies. The width of the lines connecting each treatment reflects the number of ...

Young children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder often receive medication just after being diagnosed, which contravenes treatment guidelines endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, ...

More people with ADHD are turning to ADHD coaches—often with ADHD themselves—who offer psychologist-like support but see ...

People with ADHD often struggle with executive function, which Didier describes as “your brain’s GPS” for navigating your day ...

ADHD has been called the most commonly diagnosed mental health disorder in U.S. children, with more than 7 million kids ...

More and more women are being diagnosed with ADHD, a condition that was historically identified in children and specifically ...

Recognizing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms early is important for several reasons. Early identification allows for timely intervention, which can ...

Are you or your loved one struggling with the overwhelming effects of trauma, PTSD, or substance abuse? Perhaps your child is facing challenges with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, or behavioral ...