A study from Boston University has found that 74% of neurodivergent youth in the U.S. who have had a dating partner in the past year have experienced one or more forms of psychological, cyber, physical, or sexual dating abuse. These youth had twice the odds of experiencing dating abuse victimization in the past year than…

Individuals with strong attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms, related to inefficient cognitive executive function, may experience a surprising benefit: a natural inclination toward a type of intuitive thinking that supports creative breakthroughs, according to a new study from Drexel University researchers.

Q&A: Only a fourth of psychologists advertise providing ADHD care, far below the rates for other psychiatric conditions.

General practitioners in Victoria will soon be able to diagnose and treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children. The state government says the move will cut lengthy wait times and save thousands of dollars for those seeking a diagnosis or care.

For the 2026 conference of the American Professional Society for ADHD and Related Disorders, Psychiatric Times talked with Lauren Kenworthy, PhD, surrounding comorbid ADHD and autism. Kenworthy presented to the conference on this topic, covering clinical tips and important research advancements.

Key Takeaways: Children with both a low 5-minute Apgar score and low umbilical cord blood pH at birth had a greater risk of developing ADHD than reference newborns. No increased ADHD risk was observed when Apgar score or umbilical cord pH was low in isolation. The findings suggest combined clinical and biochemical indicators of perinatal…

New research suggests that the psychological traits of mothers and fathers may influence their children’s attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder tendencies and boredom levels in distinct ways. The findings indicate that while genetic predispositions play a significant role, specific parenting styles, such as maternal control, could help manage boredom in young children. This study was published in Scientific…

Key points: Diverse studies are showing the connection between persistent ADHD into adulthood and poor health outcomes. Children and teens with ADHD tracked into adulthood have worse health outcomes than non-ADHD adults. These outcomes include smoking, increased BMI, substance use, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and more. Health can be the focus of medical and psychosocial…

[Excerpt] The fact is, I wanted to write a book because I wanted a chance to tell my ADHD story, the story of my family’s life with neurodiversity, in a different way. Jer and I have been so lucky to get to share our journey with legions of online creeps in bite-sized videos and with…

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released updated guidelines on digital ecosystems for children and adolescents, mostly shifting away from firm screen time limits to a more nuanced approach focused on the quality of content. The new report continues to warn parents of the dangers of children absorbing content that is more commercialized and…

New research explores how attention difficulties, sleep disruption, and cognitive control challenges intersect with internet use patterns, highlighting lifestyle factors like exercise that may help reduce risk while underscoring the need for cautious interpretation of cross-sectional findings.

A new population-based cohort study of more than 500,000 births in British Columbia offers reassuring evidence about the long-term safety of cesarean delivery and assisted vaginal delivery (with forceps or vacuum) when it comes to children’s neurodevelopment. Published on Jan. 30, 2026, in JAMA Network Open, the study examined rates of ADHD, autism spectrum disorder…