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Can teens with ADHD tell when they are on medication—compared to placebo? Researchers sought to answer that question in the study examined below. The findings might shock you. In
The new Vyvanse generic products hit the market in August 2023, shortly after the U.S. patent for Vyvanse expired. The FDA had quickly cleared 14 generic manufacturers. Very quickly, readers
Everywhere you turn online, ADHD relationship advice is quoting John Gottman’s “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.” Yet, what looks like relationship failure may actually be ADHD symptoms in disguise.
By now, you’ve probably heard there’s a strong link between ADHD and obesity. But what does the latest research say? And are healthcare providers keeping up? For example, are
A newly published paper reinforces my research findings 20 years ago: That is, living with a partner’s poorly managed ADHD can create stress that damages damage your health —
Ever find it hard to read a meaty blog post about Adult ADHD—even when you want the info? You’re not alone. That’s one reason I started The ADHD Roller
Have you ever wondered why swaddling helps babies sleep? It’s not just about warmth or security—it’s about activating deep-pressure receptors in the body, which help “organize” the brain and promote
If you have ADHD and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has helped you overcome addiction, I’m genuinely glad. But this post explores a more complex issue. This post addresses the danger
Did you know that antidepressant use, ADHD, and sleep apnea can be interconnected? For more than two decades, research has explored this critical area. Yet many prescribers—psychiatrists and sleep specialists
The topic here is prescription Adderall. Specifically: Adderall is too often prescribed badly. Adderall effects on personality can include irritability, anger, lowered empathy, reduced self-awareness, and even mania. Moreover,
