ADHD

Cannabinoids Not Justified as Mental Health Treatment, Study Says

A meta-analysis recently published in The Lancet Psychiatry found that using medicinal cannabinoids to treat mental health disorders cannot be justified, due to a lack of evidence of effectiveness and known risks of the substances.

ADHD, Bariatric Surgery May Boost Suicidality in People With BED

SAN DIEGO—People with binge eating disorder (BED) are at increased risk of suicidal ideation and suicide attempt—and that risk appears even greater if they also have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or have had bariatric surgery…

ADHD-Guideline Update Highlights Importance of Addressing Comorbid Conditions

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its 2011 clinical practice guideline on the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children from age four to 18 years old.

White-Matter Changes Linked to Methylphenidate Treatment in Boys With ADHD

Boys with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) show changes in brain white matter (WM) after four months of treatment with methylphenidate (MPH), according to a new randomized controlled trial.

Stimulants May Protect Against Negative Outcomes in ADHD

Treatment with stimulant medication offers strong protection against a slate of serious functional outcomes in youth with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), suggests a study published online in the Journal of Adolescent Health.

With Parents in Prison, Kids at Risk for Lasting Psychiatric Problems

Children who have a parent in prison may be more than twice as likely as other kids to have depression, attention problems and conduct disorders by the time they reach adolescence, a U.S. study suggests.

Combining Stimulants and Nonstimulants in ADHD Treatment

Anthony L. Rostain, MD, MA, discusses factors to consider when combining stimulants and nonstimulants in the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Possible Link Between C-section and Autism, ADHD

The combined results of 61 studies conducted in 19 countries suggest that when a woman gives birth by cesarean section, autism in the child is 33% more likely and the odds of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) increase by 17%.

Should You Start ADHD Treatment With a Stimulant or Nonstimulant?

When a patient is newly diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is it better to begin treatment with a stimulant or a nonstimulant? Anthony L. Rostain, MD, MA, shares his thoughts in this video.

Psychiatric Comorbidities Increase Risk of Premature Death in ADHD

Psychiatric comorbidity appears to play a key role in an elevated risk of premature death in adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a longitudinal study published online in JAMA Psychiatry.

Differences in Diagnosing ADHD in Adults and Children

Anthony L. Rostain, MD, MA, discusses the differences between diagnosing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and diagnosing it in children.

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Treating ADHD in Patients With Hypertension or Cardiovascular Disease

Anthony L. Rostain, MD, MA, discusses steps to take when treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in patients with hypertension or cardiovascular disease.