Studies suggest that treating ADHD with stimulant drugs improves symptoms in about 70% of adults and 70% to 80% of children, but there is a risk of side effects that range from minor to debilitating.

Sarah Todd returned to reporting in January 2025 after being assignment editor at STAT since October 2022. You can reach Sarah on Signal at sarahlizchar.47. Researchers have long known that people ...

A simple side-by-side video of a mom on and off her ADHD medication has exploded across social media, turning a private ...

Much has been written about undiagnosed ADHD in adults. All too often, patients have suffered for decades and may have been treated for comorbid conditions first, including depression, anxiety, ...

Australia is loosening regulations so that general practitioners (GPs) can meet the growing demand for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) care. But some ...