You're not lazy. Your ADHD brain is wired for interest, not importance. Discover why necessity doesn't motivate you—and the ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and world. Our ...

ADHD stimulants appear to work less by sharpening focus and more by waking up the brain. Brain scans revealed that these medications activate reward and alertness systems, helping children stay ...

Attention depends on the brain’s ability to filter out distractions, but new research suggests this works best when background brain activity is quieter. Scientists found that lowering certain ...

This video examines whether autism and ADHD in children can be influenced through neuroplasticity and early intervention. We explore current research, practical strategies, and the science behind how ...

Once, “hyperactive” kids were dismissed as problem children. The advent of attention-deficit hyperactivity/disorder, or ADHD, offered an alternative explanation for behavioral issues and symptoms like ...

“You forgot to include my address on the script, so the pharmacy won’t fill my prescription.” The words fell out of my mouth while I pressed my palm against the edge of my kitchen island. Source: ...