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The study found that 25% of U.S. adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD

ADHD in adults remains a largely undiagnosed and misunderstood condition, often due to various misconceptions about it. In many cases, symptoms in adults may go unrecognized because they may be subtle or overlap with other conditions. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that begins in childhood and often persists into adulthood. Common […]

Adult partner’s ADHD increases women’s risk of depression: study

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders in children and adolescents, yet its impact often goes unnoticed in adults. Highlighting the impact of ADHD in adults on the mental health of partners, a novel study has found that it increases the risk of depression in women and negatively affects […]

High-dose ADHD medication linked to more than 5-fold increased risk of psychosis: study

Scientists have found that taking high doses of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) medications, particularly stimulants such as amphetamines, is associated with a more than five-fold increased risk of developing psychosis or mania. ADHD is neurodevelopmental disorder which affects the ability to maintain concentration, remain still, and regulate impulses. ADHD symptoms often interfere with daily […]