The Latest Breaking News from ADHD

Around 800,00 Australians live with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is the most common mental health condition in children aged four to 17, and around half of those with childhood ADHD continue to have significant difficulties as adults.

The prospect of reading a book filled me with anxiety and shame. But an ADHD diagnosis changed everything, says writer and presenter Verity Babbs

Many Australians living with ADHD want better support as they navigate stigma, inadequate or expensive treatment and diagnosis services, and other issues.

Health Minister Ryan Park says the pilot program could be a model for treating other conditions.

He also unveiled a new ADHD clinic based in Wallsend.

Yorkshire pilot scheme to combat rise in waiting times has not resulted in a single appraisal

When BBC journalist Rory Carson sought online consultations for a potential mental health issue, three private clinics diagnosed him with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They charged between £685 and £1,095 for these consultations, which lasted between 45 and 100 minutes, and all prescribed him medication.

Stimulants are first-line drugs for children and adults diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). But how do they actually work?

The shortage of medicine is leaving some patients ‘jittery’ and anxious’.

The FDA called for treatments for stimulant use disorder. Doctors say current options are limited

People with ADHD may show signs of inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness