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What if the secret to beating distraction has been hidden in the brainstem all along? A new study offers hope for ADHD research

Scientists have pinpointed an ancient brain region acting as a "focus switch," crucial for filtering distractions and prioritizing information. This discovery in mice, found in a shared vertebrate brainstem area, offers new insights into selective attention. Researchers believe this could pave the way for more targeted treatments for conditions like…

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Think your parent is neurodivergent? Here’s what you need to know

Up to 97% of autistic people over 60 are undiagnosed. Experts offer up advice for family members on how to support this ‘neglected generation’

The Guardian - UK

States Consider Screen Time Restrictions as New Study Finds 61% Higher Depression Risk in Children on Devices Over 4 Hours Daily

A 50,231-child study confirms 4+ daily screen hours raise depression risk 61% in kids. Massachusetts just passed one of America's strictest social media bans.

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ADHD diagnoses soar in UK but adults over 65 remain overlooked, study finds

About 2.5million people in the UK have ADHD, NHS data shows. But researchers found cases are still under-diagnosed in older adults.

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RU:Waratah out for using ADHD medication without exemption

A rising NSW Waratahs star has accepted an 18-month ban for using ADHD medication without an appropriate exemption that he now has.

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Waratah out for using ADHD medication without exemption

A rising NSW Waratahs star has accepted an 18-month ban for using ADHD medication without an appropriate exemption that he now has.

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Charlie Pickering: ‘We used to be able to just disagree. Social media has a lot to answer for’

The comedian and broadcaster on his new radio gig, being diagnosed with ADHD and the problems with online discourse

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The high cost of undiagnosed and untreated ADHD: Unequal mental-health access and the care economy

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that can persist from childhood into older adulthood. It impacts individuals from all ethnic groups and socioeconomic backgrounds.

The Conversation

Teacher Learns Something About Herself After Student Points One Thing Out

Students don’t just learn from their teachers. They also learn about their teachers. After all, sitting together in a confined space makes it possible to pick up on habits, mannerisms, and little quirks that others might never notice. And it can happen surprisingly quickly, too. Recently, a teacher shared a…

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Scientists Just Discovered Specific Gut Bacteria That May Protect Babies Against Autism and ADHD — And Parents in New York Can Act on This Science Today

A groundbreaking study found that specific infant gut bacteria may help protect against autism and ADHD, opening new paths for prevention research.

Medical Daily

Lestat’s Narration Is What Having an ADHD Brain Feels Like

Lestat is just like me fr.

The Mary Sue

Dopamine menus: can small pleasures help us get unstuck?

You sit down to start a task you care about. Nothing happens. You open your phone instead. Minutes turn into hours. You feel restless, flat, or oddly exhausted, even though you haven’t done much at all.

The Conversation

The gut-brain bombshell: How bacteria in babies may hold the key to preventing Autism, ADHD

New research reveals a significant link between a baby's early gut bacteria and future brain health, potentially influencing the risk of conditions like ASD and ADHD. Scientists discovered that specific microbes may offer a protective effect, opening avenues for future diet-based interventions and probiotics to support neurodevelopment.

The Economic Times

Is Tom Holland Sick? Zendaya's Beau Breaks Silence on How Hidden Conditions Impact His Acting

As Tom Holland celebrates his 30th birthday, the actor addresses his journey with ADHD and dyslexia, offering a rare insight into neurodiversity in Hollywood.

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I have ADHD: This is the unspoken tax we face and what to do about it

Studies show having ADHD can cost hundreds of pounds, as Helen Dewdney - also known as The Complaining Cow - has found out to her cost

The Conversation

We analysed 14 million Reddit posts to reveal a striking shift in how we talk about mental health

More people are relying on social media – such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Reddit – to learn about mental health conditions and to interact with people who have shared experiences.

Kids Ain't Cheap

5 Medical Expenses Families of Neurodivergent Kids Say They Never Budgeted For

Raising a neurodivergent child often comes with love, resilience, and a level of financial planning many families never saw coming. While insurance may cover some basics, parents frequently discover hidden costs that quietly pile up month after month. From therapy gaps to specialty products, these bills can strain even carefully…

The Economic Times

This 17-year-old was told his IQ was too low; then he revealed he speaks 3 languages - responses he got leaves everyone speechless

The 17-year-old once believed a “low IQ” score had already decided his future. Then he revealed he speaks English, Spanish, and German fluently. The internet fell silent. Experts now warn that autism, ADHD, executive dysfunction, and neurodivergent traits are often misunderstood in traditional IQ testing. Modern careers increasingly reward focus,…

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Arizona Families Report More Disputes Over Classroom Accommodations

Parents across Arizona are reporting more disagreements with schools over classroom accommodations, turning what used to be quiet meetings into emotionally charged disputes. For many families, the issue centers on whether students with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, anxiety, or medical conditions are receiving the classroom support they were promised. Special…

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Landmark finding that showed brains of kids with ADHD mature later was actually a mirage in the data, new research finds

A "foundational" study found that the brains of children with ADHD matured later, but that finding was likely a mirage tied to issues with how the children were followed over time.

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Georgia Families Say Classroom Support for Neurodivergent Students Is Shrinking

For many Georgia parents, getting classroom support for neurodivergent children is becoming more stressful, not less. Families of students with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory processing differences say accommodations that once helped children succeed now feel harder to secure or maintain. In some districts, parents report larger class sizes, staffing…

The Independent UK

Nurses ‘constantly’ correcting dangerous health myths spreading on TikTok and Instagram

A mental health nurse highlighted that social media has created a surge in demand for services in autism and ADHD

Kids Ain't Cheap

Parents Say These ‘Sensory-Friendly’ Classrooms Aren’t Actually Working

Schools across the country have spent the last several years redesigning classrooms to support students with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and sensory processing challenges. Soft lighting, fidget tools, quiet corners, and flexible seating have become common features in many “sensory-friendly classrooms.” While the idea sounds promising, many parents now say the…

The Guardian - UK

Antidepressants in pregnancy do not raise children’s risk of autism or ADHD, study finds

Researchers say risk comes from ‘other factors, including genetic predisposition to mental health conditions’

The Independent UK

Meet DARA, Bulgaria’s first ever Eurovision Song Contest champion

Pop singer triumphed with her energetic dance track ‘Bangaranga’, beating Israel in the song contest held in Vienna, Austria

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