adhd
Mom of girl who fatally stabbed brother in 'manic episode' says she was on ADHD meds, pulled her off them too late
April Lyda, the heartbroken mom of the Oklahoma girl who fatally stabbed her younger brother in a “demonic” rage, said the child had suffered a “manic episode” while on ADHD...
My wife has ADHD — we have the best system for divvying up chores
"My wife told me she prefers to receive information in the form of lists, so I write her one each day," Alexa shared.
One in four middle, high school students with ADHD are abusing Adderall, Ritalin: study
Stimulants are becoming increasingly common in the treatment of ADHD, but they rank as the most misused prescription drug among teens.
Teens are abusing Adderall bought online amid national shortage: CDC alert
Researchers analyzed how many middle and high school students abuse the ADHD medication.
My teen son needs Adderall, but all the pharmacies are out: It's really scary
"I feel like a drug addict," says one mom of the judgement she's faced as she struggles to fill her child's prescription.
7 signs you might have autism
For a long time, autism was considered a “male” condition, with four times as many boys diagnosed compared to girls. Though this diagnosis gap is slowly closing, many are still falling through...
ADHD numbers climbing dramatically in the U.S., especially among women: study
The share of females between the ages of 23 and 49 years of age diagnosed with the disorder nearly doubled from 2020 to 2022.
Adderall usage so high post-lockdown, there's a shortage: CDC alert
Women in their early 20s saw the biggest increase in prescriptions during the pandemic, the CDC reported.
I got my finger stuck in a grocery cart — and 911 rescued me
Grocery store employees attempted to free the woman with a pocketknife, but ended up stabbing themselves and her.
How TikTok can harm your teen's mental health
TikTok has been making an attempt to occupy the world of mental health since 2021 via its Wellness Hub.
Ex-Vermont state trooper accused of stealing $14K Rolex, ADHD meds
The Rolex was recovered at the home of a relative of DiGenova in Massachusetts, but the other items are still unaccounted for, police said.
Millennials are racking up more chronic health conditions compared to other generations: study
Millennials are seeking more professional help for health issues than ever, a new study revealed.
Julia Fox reveals ADHD and OCD struggles, describes 'productivity issues'
The "Uncut Gems" actress explained that while smoking weed "quiets" her OCD, the habit has yet to help with her ADHD. "It's too much!" Fox said.
Kids are 20% more likely to have ADHD, sleeping problems if mom took Tylenol while pregnant: study
Women who take painkillers could be increasing their baby's odds for developing attention disorders and sleeping problems, new research suggests.
How taking a selfie 'could help detect' Alzheimer’s: research
Your selfie-taking may come in useful for detecting serious diseases.
Startups push ADHD meds through TikTok ads, concerning doctors
A wave of startups are using slick TikTok ads and loosened drug regulations to sell prescription medications for ADHD like Adderall and Vyvanse, raising ethical and legal questions from doctors.
Instagram, TikTok pull ad linking ADHD with obesity
Instagram and TikTok removed an ad from a mental health care startup that claimed a link between obesity and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. The ad that was put out...
Half of adults with ADHD may struggle with alcohol and drug abuse: study
A study of nearly 6,900 Canadians revealed that adults were much more likely to have a substance abuse disorder — with alcohol being the most common intoxicant of choice.
Inside Simone Biles' shocking exit: Anatomy of an Olympics breakdown
Biles' path to Olympic glory has been a challenging one. Here is a look back at all the times Biles has been open about her struggles.
Snoring linked to learning hurdles in children, study finds
The symptoms may often be misdiagnosed as ADHD.