Some of the traits of ADHD, like forgetfulness, impulsivity, and trouble focusing, are universal human experiences, and as a result, many people who do not have ADHD see themselves reflected in the ...

Children with ADHD have notably different brain functioning when they're resting than children who don't have the neurological disorder, according to a national study released this week. Scans of ...

Sleep loss significantly disrupts brain connectivity and behavioral functioning in young people, with more pronounced effects observed in those with higher levels of ADHD traits.

Study shows a developmental lag in a certain brain area in kids with ADHD. Nov. 12, 2007— -- Kids with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder lag three years behind their peers when it ...

ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood, and symptoms include trouble paying attention, overactivity, and impulsive behaviors. Getty Images/iStockphoto After two ...

New research sheds light on how the brains of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder function differently when anticipating risky decisions. Individuals with ADHD showed reduced ...

Dopamine’s action in the brain can affect attention and is involved in novelty-seeking/ risk-taking behaviors. My ADHD son often engages in challenging activities like martial arts, rock ...

Researchers identify brain connections associated with ADHD in youth Large study finds atypical interactions between the frontal cortex and information processing centers deep in the brain Date ...

Parkinson's disease and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be genetically linked, with effects on brain volume, a large study has found. "There is strong evidence that ADHD and ...

ADHD (inattentive type), anxiety and insomnia in adults are not three different problems but on one continuum syndrome. I call this syndrome a Busy Brain, writes Dr. Romie Mushtaq.(Getty Images ...

One in four U.S. adults suspects they may have ADHD and drugs are a first line of treatment for this condition. But what does research say about their impact on the brain and quality of life?