ADHD

Simulated driving program reduces crash risk for teens with ADHD in small study

A program that combines computer-based and driving simulator training may reduce the proportion of crashes and near crashes among teens…

2 years ago

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression with a recurring seasonal pattern, with symptoms most often starting in…

2 years ago

How should ADHD treatment begin?

Is it better to start with medication treatment and add behavior therapy if needed? Or, should behavior therapy come first with…

2 years ago

“You Just Have to Try Harder and Show More Grit!”

How might our actions change if we are open to accepting that certain behaviors displayed by children and adolescents (and…

2 years ago

Does ADHD medication help children learn more?

One of the most consistently found adverse effects of ADHD is on inhibiting children's learning. Does ADHD medication help children…

2 years ago

Stress

Stress is a physical and emotional reaction that people experience as they encounter challenges in life. When you’re under stress,…

2 years ago

Peer acceptance protects against negative outcomes for youth

Identifying factors that buffer some youth with ADHD from negative developmental outcomes is important as it could inform efforts to…

2 years ago

The Over and Under Use of ADHD Medication Treatment

Although medication treatment for ADHD has been shown to significantly reduce core ADHD symptoms in hundreds of studies, important concerns…

3 years ago

Sleep Disorders: Dos and Don’ts After a Bad Night’s Sleep

You're dragging after a night of tossing and turning. It's probably going to be a tough day at work. What…

3 years ago