Rates of ADHD diagnosis are rocketing in developed countries. A professor of child and adult psychiatry explains why.

ADHD diagnoses have been rising steadily in recent years, with a recent study suggesting as many as 1 in 9 children have it ... which assess behaviors across different settings. These tools provide a ...

When he turned 18, his insurance company notified him that his medication—a kind that gives kids with ADHD a better chance ... Because of the lack of screening, many people who could benefit ...

This process involves trying school-based approaches such as literacy, mathematics and nurture groups, before seeking help ...

Research by ADHD pioneer William E. Pelham, Jr., who passed away last year, found that behavioral therapy—when used first—was ...

A new study has indicated that children with high IQ scores are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life.

he number of Indonesian children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has continued to increase ... while sensory stimulation [through tools] like fidget toys can be calming ...

A survey of over 1,000 American adults found that 25% suspect they might have undiagnosed ADHD, but just 13% have brought up ...

Kids with undiagnosed ADHD could have ... many could no longer use the same coping tools, Bailey says. Bailey, who practises ...

Findings suggest that beginning strictly with a behavioral therapy approach, without the addition of medication at that time, allows children a greater opportunity to develop self-regulation skills.

and a thorough clinical assessment of an individual’s academic, social, and emotional functioning and developmental level. There are existing guidelines for the proper diagnosis and treatment of ADHD ...

Guardian for Children and Young People in South Australia, Shona Reid, said screening for ADHD and autism in youth justice was essential. "We see far too many who have fallen through the cracks ...