I find it so rewarding working with patients with Adult ADHD because an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment can greatly impact a person's career, health, and quality of life. For example, the ...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain regulates ...
Share on Pinterest Adults with undiagnosed ADHD should avoid self-diagnosis and ask their doctor about their symptoms. The Good Brigade/Getty Images A new study found an association between adult ADHD ...
More adults believe they may have attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, due to an influx in information being shared on social media. But they aren't necessarily seeking the proper ...
Kids with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder may grow up to be adults with ADHD. Although symptoms are generally more common in children (with approximately 8.4 ...
Kelli Lehto, Associate Professor of Neuropsychiatric Genomics at the University of Tartu, is leading a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) grant project that brings together genetics, ...
The separate ADHD module of the MINI-Plus allows a systematic assessment of ADHD symptoms and guidelines for diagnosis. The questions are almost similar to those of ...
Difficulty paying attention. Risky, impulsive behavior. Frequently losing track of possessions. Irritability. Mood swings. Angry outbursts. Trouble with planning and prioritizing. That laundry list ...
To make an accurate diagnosis of ADHD, a comprehensive assessment is needed. This includes a clinical interview to evaluate ...
Expert caution against self-diagnosis and encourage people to talk with their healthcare provider if they have symptoms of ADHD. 1 in 4 adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, but the majority ...
A recent study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders provides new evidence that difficult childhood experiences may ...
The DSM is used by mental health professionals to help standardize the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental ...