Researchers may classify ADHD as a neurological, psychological, or psychiatric condition. They may also classify the condition as a developmental disorder. ADHD affects the development of the brain, ...

ADHD is not a learning disability. However, some aspects of the condition, such as difficulty concentrating and hyperactivity, may impact a person’s ability to learn. According to most researchers and ...

New research reveals a brighter side of ADHD, showing that adults who recognize and use their strengths feel happier, healthier, and less stressed. People with ADHD were more likely to identify traits ...

Daydreaming, talkativeness or restlessness can all be signs of ADHD. PeopleImages/ Shutterstock Many girls with ADHD aren’t diagnosed until their late teens or adulthood. My recent research points to ...

ADHD is among the most common mental disorders in children and teens, but plenty of adults have it too. It’s estimated that adult ADHD affects more than 15 million adults (or up to 5% of Americans).

ADHD doesn’t always travel alone. The condition may also appear alongside other mental health conditions or neurodevelopmental disorders; common companions include depression, anxiety, autism, and ...

Though attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and cyclothymia have some similar symptoms, researchers don’t fully understand how deep the connections go. Many neurodevelopmental conditions ...

With a Ph.D. in Pharmacology, I have spent 20 years in academia studying drug abuse behavior. So when my son’s second-grade teacher suggested he was exhibiting symptoms of ADHD, I was not in a rush to ...

“Cassie” is an anxious adult. She stresses and puts off tasks that should be simple. Seeing others succeed makes her feel inadequate. It’s easier to avoid challenges than risk failing again. She has ...