History of ADD vs. ADHD. In the 1800s, doctors began noticing signs of what we now know as ADHD. Back then, they described it as "nervous child," "simple hyperexcitability," or other similar terms.

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects 5% to 9% of people. For National Mental Illness Awareness Week, here are the common symptoms to know about.

ADD vs. ADHD ADD, short for attention-deficit disorder , is a term that is outdated. When the condition was first named, only ...

fizkes // Shutterstock Natural ways to help manage ADHD symptoms. An ongoing shortage of medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is affecting millions—and with no end in sight.

“One significant reason for its prevalence in ADHD is that the very nature of ADHD symptoms can lead to more frequent ...

For this 6-week parallel-group phase IIa trial, researchers included adults ages 18 to 65 who had a previous diagnosis of ADHD and presented with moderate-to-severe symptoms, defined as scores of ...

ADHD Advisor compiled evidence-based tactics for managing ADHD as an Adderall shortage continues to plague pharmacies across the United States.

So, is the incidence of ADD going up or are more older adults simply getting checked, diagnosed and then treated? “That’s the million dollar question because we’re seeing more ADHD in general.