Physical Activity May Protect Against New Episodes of Depression
Increased levels of physical activity can significantly reduce the odds of depression, even among people who are genetically predisposed to the condition
ADHD
Adult ADHD Diagnosis: What to Ask a New Doctor
“What you should know about ADHD symptoms and treatment before talking with your doctor about a diagnosis and treatment.”
Loneliness
Loneliness is more prevalent than many people realize and represents a major health issue, including a heightened risk for cardiovascular disease and chronic illnesses. Its effect on mortality was similar to “smoking 15 cigarettes a day.”
Ensuring Academic Success for Children With ADHD
Children with ADHD and/or learning disabilities often feel overwhelmed by the challenges they face at school. From focusing during a lecture to remembering homework assignments to completing standardized tests, school can be difficult for them.
Teens with ADHD can’t tell when they are on medication
Teens with ADHD often times can’t tell when they are on medication or when the medication is wearing off,
Music Can be a Boon for Children with ADHD
Music Intervention For Children With ADHD
Kids and Sleep
While the biological mechanisms responsible for sleep are still unknown, it is clear that adequate sleep is required for a healthy mind and body.
Gift Guide
A collection of our top 20 ADHD favorite gift ideas that are sure to please. Happy shopping!!
Different types of treatment received by U.S. children, aged 4-17 years
Treatment among U.S. children and adolescents with ADHD
What works for ADHD? Here’s what parents say
Results from this survey provide useful information to parents seeking effective ADHD treatment for their child that complements what has been learned from research-based clinical trials. In particular, the findings highlight that no treatment as currently offered in community settings is likely to produce benefits that most parents will be satisfied and that persistence in finding what works best for one’s child may often be required.