ADHD

Health
Women Explain Why They’re Self-Medicating With Dopamine Patches for ADHD
They’re marketed as a natural alternative to prescription drugs and are popular on social media, but do they work?
By Helena Kudiabor

Health
My Patients Are Getting ADHD Diagnoses at 40. Here’s What’s Really Happening
Their masking is so effective that even health care providers miss it.
By Sarah Oreck, M.D., M.S.

Health
ADHD Diagnoses Rise in Moms of Preschoolers, but Why?
New research uncovers a shocking trend.
By Korin Miller

Mental Health
4 Ways ADHD May Affect Your Eating Habits—and How to Get Back on Track
Experts explain the connection and offer tips to repair your relationship with food.
By Cheyenne Buckingham

ADHD
The ADHD Drug Shortage Could Get Even Worse Thanks to One Telehealth Company
An alleged $100 million fraud scheme could affect up to 50,000 people. Here’s what to do if you’re one of them.
By Katie Camero

ADHD
What to Do If ADHD Is Messing With Your Love Life
Being late to dates, forgetting to text, and blanking on names can hurt a budding romance.
By Julia Sullivan
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How to Get Better Sleep If You Have ADHD, According to Therapists Who Also Have ADHD
It’s about adjusting your habits to fit your brain—not the other way around.
By Erica Sloan

ADHD
Busy Philipps on the Subtle ADHD Symptoms That She Missed For Years
The actor says getting diagnosed in adulthood was a huge relief.
By Jenna Ryu

ADHD
5 Possible Signs of ADHD in Adults
The disorder can go undiagnosed in childhood—and show up in subtle ways as you get older.
By Julia SullivanMedically reviewed by Jessica Stern, PhD

ADHD
The Adderall Shortage Is Putting People at Risk of Serious Health Issues
Not having access to the medication affects so much more than just work productivity, experts say.
By Maggie O'Neill

ADHD
TikTok Is Changing the Way We Talk About ADHD—For Better and Worse
The app has shed much-needed light on the condition, but many of the videos are also misleading.
By Julia Ries Wexler

ADHD
I Have ADHD and Swear Brown Noise Helps Me Focus—But Does Science Back Me Up?
The whoosh sound feels like a soft blanket that I’ve safely swathed my brain in.
By Samantha Vincenty

Spasticity
These Neurological Conditions Can Be the Culprit Behind Muscle Spasms
Everything you need to know about spasticity.
By Beth KrietschMedically reviewed by Jessica Ailani, MD

ADHD
The Pandemic Surprise Many Women Did Not Expect? An ADHD Diagnosis.
It's been a tipping point for some with the condition.
By Claire Sibonney

ADHD
33 ADHD Resources You Didn’t Know You Needed
From relatable accounts to life-changing books.
By Anna Borges

ADHD
I Have ADHD. Here Are 9 Productivity Tips That Really Help Me
Tips and tricks I use daily.
By Isabelle O'Carroll

ADHD
Hiring a Coach for My ADHD Transformed My Life and Productivity
She helped me build new habits at 38 years old.
By Gia Miller

ADHD
Why Are So Many More Children Being Diagnosed With ADHD Today?
A concerning new study says 1 in 10 American children has ADHD.
By Carolyn L. Todd


ADHD
Simone Biles Takes Medication For ADHD—And She Has No Problem Letting Everyone Know
Here's what you need to know about the condition.
By Korin Miller