Only a few decades ago, it was believed that ADHD was something one outgrew during adolescence. However, about half of those ...

An estimated 15.5 million Americans have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and roughly half were diagnosed as adults.

But ADHD tends to be underdiagnosed in women and people of color, which can lead to some people reaching adulthood before realizing they may have the condition. Busy Philipps is one of them.

The Bottom Line "Our results provide further support for the validity of diagnoses of ADHD that are made in adulthood as these adults show a profile of clinical features that is very similar to ...

Talking therapy and brain stimulation are not as good as drugs for treating adults with ADHD, according to the largest study of its kind. Stimulant drugs and another medication – atomoxetine ...

1 in 4 adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, but the majority never bring it up to their doctor. Increased awareness from social media is helping adults recognize ADHD symptoms that can be ...

Of those adults, about half of them have used telemedicine services for ADHD management, and 71.5% of those who take stimulants like Adderall to manage their symptoms have had issues filling their ...

Researchers estimated that 6%, or one in 16, U.S. adults had an ADHD diagnosis, more than half of whom were diagnosed in adulthood, according to findings published in the CDC’s Morbidity and ...

A nationwide study from Finland provides evidence that adults diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ...

However, the study found that fewer than 50% of the adults affected received any form of ADHD medication. Having ADHD appeared to affect more than just mental health, the Philadelphia team noted.

The Three Faces of ADHD First, we have the Inattentive Type (ADD). This type will struggle with forgetfulness, disorganization, and will get lost in daydreams. Next, we have the Hyperactive ...

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