If your child has ADHD, you know that some days are harder than others. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a mental disorder classified into three types ...

Groundbreaking research found that behavioral therapy – when used first – was less expensive and more effective than medication in treating children with ADHD.

ADHD cases have risen considerably in the U.S. As of 2022, around 1 in 9 children had been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder at some point in ...

Stimulants like methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, and others) are the most commonly prescribed ADHD medications for children. They work by increasing brain chemicals such as dopamine and ...

Key TakeawaysCommon ADHD medications are similarly effective in easing kids' symptomsThose taking one of them as part of an ...

ADHD in children: On World ADHD Day, learn what are some of the ADHD in children and what they are confused with.

Attention deficit disorder, with or without hyperactivity (ADHD), can be a problem outside of school because it disrupts the quality of life of families. Between stigmatization, chronic stress and ...

Is it normal childhood behavior or could it be ADHD? Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, delves into why ADHD diagnosis often goes beyond the scope of a pediatrician's role in a traditional well-visit and ...

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common disability diagnosis in children globally. It's estimated to affect around 8% of children aged 3–12 years, and around 6% of teenagers ...

ADHD can bring different challenges as children develop and have new experiences. Cultivating your role model skills, and helping your child celebrate their unique interactions with the world, lays ...

Parents should monitor patterns of social media use, not just total screen time, findings suggest.