The stereotypical image of ADHD is that of a boy who cannot sit still. Thanks to media stereotypes and our own learned biases, our brains simply aren’t trained to conjure up a girl when we think of ...

Many girls with ADHD aren't diagnosed until their late teens or adulthood. My recent research points to a possible explanation for this. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news ...

For girls, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is more likely to amplify issues with defiance and acting out than problems with depression or anxiety, a research review suggests. Compared ...

(BPT) – Difficulties with sitting still, paying attention or controlling impulsive behavior are some of the initial signs or symptoms of ADHD in children. These signs are often stereotyped as typical ...

We all know the kids who blurt out answers in class, can’t focus or follow instructions, and can’t sit still. These are often boys, and they may be diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity ...

A new study suggests that common medications prescribed to help manage ADHD, such as Adderall and Ritalin, may work ...

A majority of the general public (58%) and an overwhelming majority of teachers (82%) believe that ADHD is more common in boys than in girls. Nearly all other respondents in these 2 groups think that ...

Many girls with ADHD aren’t diagnosed until their late teens or adulthood. My recent research points to a possible explanation for this. The study, published with my colleague Sorcha Walsh, found that ...