ADHD – Myths and Misunderstandings
Here are some of the most common misconceptions about ADHD which can cause delays in diagnosis and access to treatment.
Shockingly Low Rates of Diagnosis and Treatment for Older Adults with ADHD
A large new research study shows older adults with elevated symptoms of ADHD are not being diagnosed or treated for the condition.
Could a Modified DSM Offer More Accurate Diagnosis of Adult ADHD?
New research is demonstrating that a revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disordersobserved (DSM) criteria might yield more accurate diagnoses of adult ADHD.
Could Childhood ADHD Be a Sleep Disorder?
Over the past several decades, educators, policymakers and scientists have referred to ADHD, as a national crisis and have spent billions of dollars looking into its cause. They’ve looked at genetics, brain development, exposure to toxic substances like lead, the push for early academics, and many other factors. But new studies have a number of researchers asking whether the behavior and attention issues ascribed to ADHD are due to the fact that many kids today simply don’t get the sleep they need.