Scientists conclude that some video games created as mental health interventions can be helpful — if modest — tools in improving the mental well-being of children and teens with anxiety, depression and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

A UK survey has found huge variation in treatment for ADHD, highlighting the struggle many young adults face once they turn 18. Researchers have warned that the current system is failing many young adults as they transition from children’s to

Continue ReadingYoung adults let down by ‘postcode lottery’ for ADHD treatment in UK

Research has found that medications play an important role in improving the quality of life of people with ADHD, but the authors suggest more support — in addition to medications — is needed.

New research has found that teachers may be attributing signs of age-related immaturity in children, to conditions such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The results of the study showed that the youngest students in a class,

Continue ReadingYounger children in school year are more commonly diagnosed with ADHD than their older classmates, says new study

A new study found that household chaos and sleep hygiene are important factors in the relationship between sleep quality and ADHD symptoms in teens.

An exploration into the national U.S. dataset on children ever diagnosed with ADHD has revealed an ‘ongoing and ever-expanding’ public health issue.

Scientists have shown that problems regulating emotions — which can manifest as depression, anxiety and explosive outbursts — may be a core symptom of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).