ADD/ADHD News

Among adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, cognitive behavioral group psychotherapy did not outperform individual clinical management, however, the addition of methylphenidate improved outcomes of psychological interventions.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder affects white matter differently in boys and girls, according to study findings in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

WASHINGTON — The use of an electronic template and a uniform workflow improved adherence to AAP evidence-based guidelines for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder with stimulant medication, according to data presented at the 2015 AAP National Conference and Exhibition.

WASHINGTON — Children in foster care and enrolled in Medicaid were at more than three times greater risk for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder compared with other pediatric Medicaid recipients, according to data presented at the 2015 AAP National Conference and Exhibition.

Diagnostic consideration for autism spectrum disorder is required when making a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, due to the prevalence of detrimentally late diagnosis of ASD in children with concurrent disorders, according to recent data in Pediatrics.

Results from a 13-week, multicenter, randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled trial indicate guanfacine extended-release was associated with significant improvement in attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms in adolescents.

Results from a meta-analysis show a reduced risk for anxiety among children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder receiving psychostimulant treatment compared with those receiving placebo.

Results from a meta-analysis show a reduced risk for anxiety among children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder receiving psychostimulant treatment compared with those receiving placebo.

Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and congenital heart disease can use stimulant medications without facing potential cardiovascular side effects, according to study results presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics in Las Vegas.

Results from a meta-analysis published in the American Journal of Psychiatry indicated a significant association between obesity and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder among children and adults.