For many adults, high-functioning ADHD can be a mixed blessing. It allows individuals to excel in certain areas while ...

As a therapist, I recognize ADHD as a genuine neurodevelopmental disorder and see firsthand its rising prevalence in ...

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.

The human brain is a marvel of complexity. It contains specialized and interconnected structures controlling our thoughts, ...

One in five children has an identified mental health problem as early as age 3. Early detection is key to earlier ...

While ADHD is highly manageable with an individualized, multimodal treatment approach that can include behavioral interventions, parent and patient training, educational support and medication, far ...

Each fall, Dr. Emi Furukawa, Group Leader of OIST's Human Developmental Neurobiology Unit and Children's Research Center, ...

Amphetamine- and methylphenidate-based drugs are the first-choice medications used for treating many people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They are available in a generic ...

For children 6 years and older, healthcare providers will recommend a combination of both medication and behavioral therapy, ...