The Awake “Sleep” Loop: Why Attention Lapses Occur in ADHD
Summary: Have you ever felt your brain “flicker” off for a split second during a boring task? New…
Many young people are being prescribed multiple psychiatric drugs at once, Penn study finds
The use of psychiatric medications to treat mental health and behavioral disorders in children and young adults has…
Stimulant prescriptions for ADHD on rise in CT. Experts weigh in
In third grade, Christian Smith struggled with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. He was having trouble paying attention in…
GPs can soon prescribe ADHD medication. Will it fix the problem, or shift the burden?
Until now it’s been the domain of psychiatrists and psychologists only, but from February 1, GPs can diagnose…
Pharmacist issues airport advice on what to do with prescription medication when traveling
A pharmacist has warned anyone traveling abroad to make sure they are carrying two things when taking prescription…
Tribunal bans senior nurse for trying to take patient’s medication, altering hospital records
A public hospital nurse tried to steal a patient’s ADHD medication, falsified that patient’s notes and then “manipulated”…
Common Medications May Work Differently Than Previously Believed
Share on PinterestA new study suggests that common medications prescribed to help manage ADHD, such as Adderall and…
Brain Study Of 12,000 Kids Rewrites How Doctors Thought ADHD Medications Work
Adderall is commonly prescribed medication for ADHD. (© Alex DiStasi – stock.adobe.com) Stimulants Mimic A Night Of Sound…
I Tried AI Planner Tiimo, Apple’s iPhone App of the Year
Apple’s app of the year suggests the tech giant was all about helping iPhone users get organized in…
Pregnancy complication may increase risk of autism in children
Move Over, Tylenol. New research suggests that a common — but often overlooked — pregnancy complication may increase…
Screen Time in Tweens Predicts ADHD, Slower Brain Growth
Summary: A large, two-year study of nearly 12,000 children found that higher screen time at ages 9–10 predicts…
ADHD medication recalled nationwide because users aren’t getting the full effect
(Gray News) – A popular ADHD medication is being recalled nationwide because its users won’t be able to…