
NEW ORLEANS -- Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), often thought of as a condition of childhood, may persist into adolescence and adulthood, causing serious life problems, investigators said here.

NEW ORLEANS -- Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), often thought of as a condition of childhood, may persist into adolescence and adulthood, causing serious life problems, investigators said here.

SAN DIEGO -- An investigational d-amphetamine prodrug appears to be effective in treating pediatric attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, with the goal of less abuse potential than amphetamines, researchers said.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- Strattera (atomoxetine) given to children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder does not appear to stunt growth over the long term, according to a lengthy study.

ATLANTA ? Stimulants used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that are accidentally overdosed or trigger adverse reactions lead to more than 3,000 emergency room visits a year, estimate CDC researchers.