ADHD

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Among other findings: Shared genetic factors may account for 91% of the association between adult ADHD and binge eating.

Of the [ADHD] drug's effects he said, "It was instant; it fixed everything...All these problems that had ailed me my whole life were gone."

A new study on gender differences in ADHD-depression overlap found each ADHD symptom significantly worsened depression.

The relative risk of CV events with methylphenidate is generally low; however risk of MI may be higher in the early days after initiation.

A first-of-its-kind study applies traditional growth-charting to evaluate abnormal developmental patterns in connectivity networks of a child's brain.

Most significant were positive changes in motivation to complete mental work and in vigor, fatigue, and depression.

ADHD: seen only in kids; boys are more impaired vs girls; only stimulants work. Myths or facts?

What does ADHD look like in adults? What signs/symptoms should be on your radar? Find out what you know and what you need to know.