Children With Subsyndromal ADHD Have Significant Morbidity and Disability
Compared with controls, those with subthreshold ADHD experienced greater impairments in social functioning and had higher rates of requiring extra help in school.
Neurodevelopmental Disorder
Methylphenidate Good First-Choice Pediatric ADHD Drug
Methylphenidate should be considered as a first choice for the treatment of ADHD in children and adolescents.
ADHD Medications Compared for Efficacy, Tolerability in Children and Adults
The 7 treatments included in the study were amphetamines (including lisdexamfetamine), atomoxetine, bupropion, clonidine, guanfacine, methylphenidate, and modafinil.
Jornay PM Approved for the Treatment of ADHD
Jornay PM utilizes the proprietary Delexis drug delivery platform which consists of 2 functional film coatings: the first layer delays the initial drug release for up to 10 hours and the second layer helps control the release rate of the active ingredient throughout the day.
Digital Media Engagement Associated With ADHD Symptoms in Adolescents
These results indicate an association between adolescent engagement in digital media activities and subsequent ADHD symptoms.
High Frequency of Digital Media Use Linked to ADHD Symptoms
There is a modest, but statistically significant, association between higher frequency of digital media use and subsequent symptoms of ADHD among adolescents.
Younger Gestational Age Associated With Symptoms of ADHD in Children
These findings illustrate potential gains of reducing the number of preterm births and the importance of providing custom support to children born preterm to prevent neurodevelopmental problems.
Nonstimulants May Be an Appropriate Alternative to Stimulants for Treating ADHD
Nonstimulants may be an appropriate alternative in cases in which co-occurring conditions might prevent the administration of stimulants.
In Children, Food Insecurity Tied to Behavior, Cognition
Food insecurity may be linked to behavioral problems and poorer cognitive performance in children.
Chromosome 22q11.2 Rearrangements May Predispose Individuals to Autism, ADHD
The high risk for several neuropsychiatric and developmental disorders supports more extended use of genetic testing in child and adolescent psychiatry.
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