ADHD

HEALTH May 24

ADHD affects 1 in 9 kids in US, new report reveals: ‘Shame and stigma’

Diagnoses of ADHD continue to rise among U.S. youth, affecting one in every nine U.S. kids, a new report reveals. Mental health experts explain the reasons behind the spike.

Health May 20

Listening to 'pink noise' could improve sleep and memory, early research shows

Pink noise, a soothing alternative to white noise, is gaining attention for its potential benefits in promoting relaxation and improving sleep quality.

VIDEO April 3

High schoolers using false ADHD diagnoses for extra time on standardized tests: Report

Dr. Leonard Sax joined 'Fox & Friends' to discuss how wealthy families are using fake medical diagnoses to their advantage when it comes to college entrance exams.

ADHD February 17

ADHD in males versus females: What you must know about the differences in symptoms and treatments

Licensed mental health counselor Sabrina Nasta and ADHD expert McCall Letterle map out how ADHD shows up in boys compared to girls, and eventually in men compared to women.

VIDEO February 8

Increasing ADHD diagnoses in adult women

ADHD and Executive Function Coach Brooke Schnittman on what is behind more adult women being diagnosed with ADHD and the impact of technology and social media

HEALTH January 31

Kids who consume energy drinks are more prone to mental health disorders, study finds

Kids and teens who drink energy drinks were shown to have a higher risk of mental health issues, including ADHD, depression and anxiey, according to a new review.

LIFESTYLE January 21

Navigating 2024 with strategies tailored for those suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD

Dive into 2024 with improved mental health by setting personalized goals for anxiety, depression and ADHD, while exploring strategies for overall well-being.

HEALTH November 9

COVID lockdowns increased ADHD risk among 10-year-old children, new study finds

A new study has determined that 10-year-old kids who already had a genetic risk of developing ADHD saw a “significant increase" in diagnoses after COVID lockdowns.

VIDEO November 3

Elite British boarding school appoints AI bot as head teacher

Cottesmore School announced an AI bot would be the institution's "principal headteacher." The tool has helped faculty reduce time spent on administrative tasks, the headmaster said.

HEALTH October 5

Calls to poison centers for ADHD medication errors have risen 300% since 2000, study finds

ADHD medication errors have risen by nearly 300% between 2000 and 2021 for people younger than 20 years old, a new study found. Doctors offer input on causes and prevention.