New research suggests that the distinctive cognitive traits associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, may provide a specific advantage in how people tackle creative challenges.
It’s thought 5% of children have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), with boys more likely to receive a diagnosis than girls ...There is a gender divide in how ADHD symptoms are expressed.
... (ADHD) in public and private schools ... MPs agreed that ADHD is not a marginal issue but a widespread condition that directly affects classroom management, learning outcomes and student wellbeing.
A longitudinal study in Christchurch, New Zealand found that individuals who displayed the most severe ADHD symptoms as adolescents were at an elevated risk of developing substance use disorder, depression, and suicidal ideation in early adulthood.
From next month, GPs can begin training to diagnose attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of the next phase of the Minns LaborGovernment's landmark reforms to make it easier, faster and more affordable for families to access care.
Nearly 600 general practitioners have expressed their interest in undertaking training to be able to diagnose and treat ADHD from March ... More than 800 GPs have been trained to fill repeat ADHD medication scripts as part of the first phase of reforms.