New brain research could reshape our understanding of ADHD and the most common drugs that treat it.

ADHD is associated with impulsivity, hyperactivity, and trouble with focus, but kids with ADHD may also struggle with motor ...

In Finland, children take ADHD medication for more than three years on average even though safety data for the medications is only available until a one-year follow-up. The corresponding study was ...

It has long been assumed that psychostimulants help those with ADHD by acting on the brain’s attention circuitry. However, ...

Dear Dr. K: My daughter has ADHD. I have heard conflicting reports about ADHD medication for kids. Please tell me, is it safe and does it work? Dear Reader: ADHD stands for “attention deficit ...

A recent study by the University of Turku and the University of Helsinki in Finland and the Finnish Social Insurance Institution Kela reveals that the average duration of ADHD medication for children ...

Prescription stimulant drugs such as Ritalin and Adderall are commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), including among children. In the United States, an ...

The agency is currently reviewing the study findings ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Previous research showed that children who took stimulants for ADHD were at increased risk for psychotic ...

Long-term methylphenidate use in childhood links to higher adult BMI and slightly shorter height, underscoring the need for ...