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Next-Generation Sequencing Helps Identify Neurodevelopmental Disorders

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Heather R. Johnson

Researchers performed a systematic review of PubMed literature until May2020 including clinical sequencing studies that utilized next-generation sequencing (NGS) in individuals with epilepsy, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or intellectual disability (ID).

Non-Coding Structural Variants for Attention -Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Linked to Ancestry

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Jessica Nye

While previous studies suggest that structural variants (SVs) play an important role in the development and progression of ADHD, these studies focused mostly on those of European ancestry and coding regions. This particular study seeks to address the role of SVs in non-European populations and outside of coding regions.

Adolescents With and Without Mental, Behavioral, and Developmental Disorders Not Receiving Guidance From Primary Care Providers on Adult Health Care

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Madeline Morr

Research conducted by the CDC concludes that the majority of adolescents, especially those aged 12 to 14 years, are not receiving comprehensive health care transition planning by their primary care provider.

Financial Distress May Increase Suicide Risk in Those With ADHD

Individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face higher financial distress and subsequent suicide risk.

Meta-Analysis Assesses ADHD Prevalence, Risk Factors Among Black Individuals in the United States

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Emily Pond

While the prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is generally lower among Black individuals compared with the general population, black individuals living in countries where they are considered a minority population group are underrepresented in studies evaluating ADHD.

Understanding the Underlying Neurobiology Behind Group Differences in Cortical Thickness Across Psychiatric Disorders

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Emily Pond

This study highlights the importance of transdiagnostic approaches to psychiatry.

Stimulants May Reduce Self-Injury in Patients with Bipolar Disorder and Comorbid ADHD

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Rose Reeb

Researchers conducted a retrospective study to assess self-injury behavior in patients with bipolar disorder and comorbid ADHD after initiation of a central stimulant.

ADHD Prevalence Higher Among Blacks Than US Population

Black individuals may be at higher risk for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder than the general US population.

Teen Exposure to Bisphenol-A Associated With ADHD

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Heather R. Johnson

An increased risk of ADHD-related behaviors was associated with exposure to select phthalates. Associations were strongest for phthalates with antiandrogenic activity.