Methylphenidate, the most commonly prescribed treatment for ADHD, is not linked with increased psychosis risk and may even be ...

A large, new study found that the stimulant methylphenidate, such as the drugs Ritalin and Concerta, may lower the risk of ...

Children with ADHD who also experience severe emotional outbursts show distinct differences in brain structure and ...

Children who received certain types of medication for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder at a young age may be less ...

This means less typical presentations of ADHD – such as in women and girls, quiet inattentive adults and high-achieving ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Stimulant drugs and another medication – atomoxetine – appear to be the best treatment for managing symptoms of ADHD, a study ...

You know that moment when you’re staring at your screen, technically awake, but nothing is landing? Turns out, that might not be a personality flaw or “lack of focus.” It might be your brain ...

Researchers identified three distinct brain “biotypes” of ADHD, each with its own chemical signature—offering new clues about why treatment can feel like trial and error.

Families are feeling stressed, powerless and "forever in limbo" as they wait months, or sometimes years, for ...

ADHD is typically associated with symptoms like impulsivity, hyperactivity, and trouble with focus. But a recent review of studies strengthens our understanding that kids with ADHD may also struggle ...

If you think someone who makes it into medical school cannot have ADHD, guess again: A recent review claims otherwise.

Consuming caffeine blocks the "sleepy signal" in your brain, which indirectly boosts dopamine. Caffeine heightens alertness, ...