Prenatal Valproate Exposure Associated With Increased Risk for ADHD
Researchers sought to determine whether prenatal exposure to valproate and other antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) increases the risk for ADHD in offspring.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Rates of ADHD Diagnosis, Treatment Increased for August-Born Children
In states with a Sept. 1 cutoff for kindergarten entry, the rates of ADHD diagnosis and treatment are higher for children born in August than those born in September.
Migraine Associated With Self-Reported ADHD Symptoms in University Students
Migraine may be associated with self-reported attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder symptoms in university students.
Exposure to Maternal Diabetes Increases Risk for ADHD in Offspring
The 3 main types of diabetes during pregnancy were associated with offspring ADHD risk in a hierarchical order.
Impulsivity in Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD
Investigators examined the effect of early trauma on impulsivity and the feature of impulsivity in bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and ADHD.
Methylphenidate for ADHD Treatment May Be Associated With Low BMI
The relationship between ADHD, MPH use, and growth appears complex, given that a consistent effect could not be observed across all ADHD conditions.
Certain Lots of Quillivant XR May Potentially Have Quality/Efficacy Issues
Quillivant XR, a central nervous system stimulant, is indicated to treat ADHD in patients aged 6 years and older.
Anatomical Patterns Present in Childhood ADHD May Predict Phenotypic Variation
The authors identified 4 anatomical patterns in participants with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder associated with head size, delayed development, symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and cognitive performance.
History of ADHD Associated With Increased Risk for Basal Ganglia and Cerebellum Disorders
Patients with ADHD may require careful monitoring to permit early detection and treatment of disorders of the basal ganglia or cerebellum.
ADHD Symptom Aggression Not Mediated by Clinical Anxiety
These results do not support existing hypotheses on the role of anxiety as either an exacerbating or protective factor for ADHD-related aggression.
