Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD Key Takeaways ADHD symptoms often start in childhood and can affect success at school, ...

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain regulates attention, motivation, emotional responses, and impulse control. Despite common ...

Vyvanse is mainly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In some cases, it may cause side effects such as gastrointestinal problems, numbness, or a fast heart rate. Vyvanse can ...

A woman I know has young daughters who attend a private school in the Greater Seattle area. On multiple occasions, her daughters have been chastised for having something containing sugar — even a few ...

For years, parents have insisted that giving kids a big dose of sugar can amp them up, but the science failed to confirm their instincts. Now, with the rising awareness of sugar’s role in our diets ...

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Get ready to reevaluate everything you thought you knew about sugar and hyperactivity. Get ready to reevaluate everything you thought you knew about sugar and hyperactivity. From birthday parties to ...

University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau provides funding as a member of The Conversation NZ. University of Auckland provides funding as a member of The Conversation AU. The possibility that screen ...

Myths about hyperactivity and sugar in children persist, despite evidence that debunks the connection. By Virginia Sole-Smith When my older daughter was 4, her favorite snack to bring to preschool was ...

Amy Reichelt receives funding from NHMRC and ARC. She is affiliated with PurMinds Neuropharma. It’s a Saturday afternoon at a kids’ birthday party. Hordes of children are swarming between the spread ...