ADHD
Coverage of ADHD in the Nexus archive.
- Emotional testimony continues in Jah’Kobe Bessent sentencing
Jah’Kobe Bessent’s sentencing hearing featured emotional testimony from his stepmother, Nicole Bessent, and a local psychologist concerning behavioral issues, physical abuse, and ADHD during his troubled upbringing. He is being sentenced in connection with an August 2022 crash that killed Maria Tellez Valderrabano while he was driving a stolen vehicle after breaking into a home.
- Top doctor: 'ADHD is NOT a medical condition' - amid record high diagnoses
A top doctor claims ADHD is not a medical condition amid record high diagnoses.
- Top doctor: 'ADHD is NOT a medical condition' - amid record high diagnoses
A top doctor claims ADHD is not a medical condition despite record-high diagnoses. The statement challenges the current medical consensus on ADHD.
- ADHD looks different in women and poses unique health risks
ADHD was historically considered a childhood condition primarily affecting boys, but researchers now recognize it manifests differently in girls. Many women remain undiagnosed until adulthood due to these distinct manifestations.
- ADHD looks different in women and poses unique health risks
ADHD was historically seen as a condition primarily affecting boys, but researchers now recognize it manifests differently in girls. Many women remain undiagnosed until adulthood, and the condition poses unique health risks for them.
- Ever since I went on Vyvanse for ADHD, my marriage has felt different. A comment from my husband made me realise why women are calling it the 'divorce drug': ASK JANA
The article discusses how starting Vyvanse for ADHD led to changes in a marriage, with a husband's comment highlighting why some women associate the medication with divorce.
- The VERY leaky loopholes in Britain's hosepipe bans... from opening your garden to the public or declaring your fountain spiritually significant to claiming you have ADHD
The article highlights loopholes in Britain's hosepipe bans that allow exemptions through methods like opening gardens to the public, declaring fountains as spiritually significant, or claiming ADHD. These loopholes undermine water conservation efforts by enabling unrestricted water use under specific claims.
- DR MAX PEMBERTON: As a psychiatrist I know more and more people are being diagnosed with ADHD but I'm deeply concerned they are not being told properly about the potentially deadly side effects of their medication
Dr. Max Pemberton, a psychiatrist, raises concerns about increasing ADHD diagnoses and inadequate communication of the potentially deadly side effects of ADHD medications.
- What Ritalin really does to you: I took the ADHD drug for years but these were the terrifying and hidden side-effects that made me ditch the tablets. So many are taking them without realising the risks
The article discusses the author's experience with Ritalin, an ADHD drug, highlighting terrifying and hidden side-effects that led to discontinuing its use. It warns about the risks of taking Ritalin without awareness of potential adverse effects.
- What Ritalin really does to you: I took the ADHD drug for years but these were the terrifying and hidden side-effects that made me ditch the tablets. So many are taking them without realising the risks
The article discusses the author's experience with Ritalin, an ADHD drug, highlighting terrifying and hidden side effects that led them to stop taking it. It warns about the risks associated with the medication.
- Woman's Hour
A new study explores how hormones affect women with ADHD. The research focuses on the relationship between hormonal changes and symptoms in women diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
- Is your period worsening your ADHD symptoms?
A UK study is investigating the potential link between menstrual cycles and worsening ADHD symptoms. This research is the first of its kind to explore how hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle may affect ADHD symptoms.
- Is your period worsening your ADHD symptoms?
A first-of-its-kind study by UK researchers is examining the link between menstrual cycles and ADHD. The title questions whether periods may worsen ADHD symptoms.
- Waiting for SNAP benefits, disabled 60-year old VB woman faces hunger
Pauline Nelson, a 60-year-old disabled woman in Virginia Beach, is facing hunger while waiting for SNAP benefits. She has a knee injury, diabetes, and ADHD, and her niece-in-law was killed in Virginia Beach.
- How my period is supercharging my ADHD
A UK-led study is investigating the connection between menstrual cycles and ADHD, suggesting potential interactions between the two. The research is described as 'first-of-its-kind,' indicating novel exploration of this relationship.
- How my period is supercharging my ADHD
A UK-based study is investigating the connection between menstrual cycles and ADHD, marking the first research of its kind. The study aims to explore how hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle may influence ADHD symptoms.
- Court revives lawsuits tying Tylenol use in pregnancy to autism and ADHD
A federal appeals court reversed a district court's dismissal of lawsuits linking Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism and ADHD, stating the dismissal was based on unreliable scientific evidence. The decision allows the lawsuits to proceed, challenging the initial ruling that rejected the claims due to insufficient scientific support.
- Natalie Imbruglia, 51, reveals she has been diagnosed with ADHD and OCD as she recalls going to 'very dark places' and says perimenopause made her 'really angry'
Natalie Imbruglia disclosed her ADHD and OCD diagnoses, reflecting on experiencing 'very dark places' and attributing increased anger to perimenopause.
- I've got ADHD - it's no excuse to not work or claim benefits. Rewarding ever higher numbers of people for being lazy is yet another way Labour is failing this country: ANNABEL FENWICK ELLIOTT
Annabel Fenwick Elliott argues that ADHD should not be an excuse for avoiding work or claiming benefits. She criticizes Labour for rewarding laziness, claiming it reflects the party's failure to address societal issues.
- Andy Burnham backs welfare reform to boost jobs for the young, Alan Milburn says - as number of people on benefits 'for ADHD' hits 100,000
Andy Burnham supports welfare reform aimed at increasing youth employment, with Alan Milburn endorsing the initiative. The article notes 100,000 people are receiving benefits for ADHD.
- DR ELLIE: Tired, anxious and unable to focus? These are all signs of this one common condition - and NO it's not ADHD. Don't be tricked by the hype into missing the real culprit
The article by Dr. Ellie highlights symptoms such as tiredness, anxiety, and difficulty focusing, which are attributed to a common condition often misdiagnosed as ADHD. It cautions against overlooking the actual underlying issue in favor of ADHD.
- [FR] Did I accidentally act as a money mule? Or was this just an unusual situation?
An individual met a man on a date who claimed his bank card was compromised. The man requested his IBAN, transferred €70 to him, and asked to withdraw cash to repay a friend, which the individual did. The man later forgot the arrangement and the situation raised concerns about potential money laundering.
- Aging Untold: Understanding ADHD, autism and other conditions in older adults
The article discusses challenges faced by neurodiverse older adults with undiagnosed ADHD, autism, and other conditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding neurodiversity to avoid misdiagnosis. It also covers cognitive baseline testing for tracking brain health, Medicare scams targeting seniors, and the art exhibit of Charles Lenny Lunn, a nonverbal autistic artist.
- Aging Untold: Understanding ADHD, autism and other conditions in older adults
The article discusses challenges faced by older adults with undiagnosed ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse conditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding these traits to avoid misdiagnosis and improve support. It also covers cognitive baseline testing for brain health tracking, Medicare phone scams targeting seniors, and a nonverbal autistic artist's gallery exhibit showcasing his work.
- Aging Untold: Understanding ADHD, autism and other conditions in older adults
The article discusses challenges faced by older adults with undiagnosed neurodiverse conditions like ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, emphasizing the need for understanding to avoid misdiagnosis. It highlights cognitive baseline testing for tracking brain health, Medicare phone scams targeting seniors, and a nonverbal autistic artist's gallery exhibit showcasing his work through paintings and poetry.
- Understanding ADHD, autism and other conditions in older adults
Many older adults in the U.S. have lived with undiagnosed neurodivergent conditions like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or OCD, which can become more challenging with aging. Experts highlight the need to distinguish these lifelong traits from dementia and emphasize understanding neurodiversity to provide better support for aging individuals.
- Understanding ADHD, autism and other conditions in older adults
The article discusses challenges faced by neurodivergent older adults in the U.S., such as undiagnosed ADHD, autism, or dyslexia, as aging disrupts routines and coping strategies. It emphasizes the importance of distinguishing neurodiversity from dementia and highlights generational gaps in diagnosing these conditions, which were often overlooked in older generations.
- Parents were told son, 7, had ADHD... not realizing he was battling terrifying disease that has now left him BLIND
A 7-year-old boy was misdiagnosed with ADHD, but he was actually suffering from an undetected disease that ultimately caused him to go blind. The parents were unaware of the true condition until it resulted in severe consequences.
- Having ADHD means bad news for your period, pregnancy and menopause
New research indicates that ADHD impacts more than attention span, potentially affecting reproductive stages such as periods, pregnancy, and menopause.
- ADHD sufferer reveals why holidays can be 'so hard' for neurodivergent travellers - and the destinations she finds overwhelming
An ADHD sufferer discusses the challenges holidays pose for neurodivergent travelers and identifies destinations that overwhelm her.
- ADHD sufferer reveals why holidays can be 'so hard' for neurodivergent travellers - and the destinations she finds overwhelming
An ADHD sufferer explains why holidays can be challenging for neurodivergent travelers and highlights destinations she finds overwhelming.
- Zookeeper who quit her job after saying ADHD left her unable to identify monkeys loses compensation bid
A zookeeper who resigned after stating that ADHD impaired her ability to identify monkeys has lost a compensation claim. The case highlights the individual's struggle with ADHD in a professional setting and the legal outcome of their employment dispute.
- Video shows Hialeah teacher allegedly abusing student with autism, authorities say
A teacher at Peace Christian Academy in Hialeah faces a felony child abuse charge after investigators allege she physically abused an 8-year-old student with autism and ADHD. Video footage shows the teacher restraining the child, causing injuries including bruises and a puncture wound, though she has pleaded not guilty, claiming the child was acting out.
- Scientists discover gut bacteria that may help protect against autism and ADHD
Scientists discovered that gut bacteria may help protect against autism and ADHD. The study found epigenetic changes at birth influence gut microbiome development in the first year of life, with certain combinations linked to early signs of autism and ADHD by age three.
- What We Ask Google by Simon Rogers review – the secrets of our search history
Simon Rogers' book 'What We Ask Google' analyzes anonymized search queries from 2004 to 2006 using Google Trends to reveal human preoccupations, particularly parenting concerns. The data highlights common questions about child development and social issues, presenting a 'hopeful picture of humankind' through aggregated search trends.
- Female PC was 'harassed' by sergeant who told her that her ADHD meetings were 'a load of nonsense'
A female police constable has alleged harassment by a sergeant who dismissed her ADHD-related meetings as nonsense. The incident highlights workplace discrimination and lack of accommodation for officers with mental health conditions within police services.
- I learned the horrifying risks of 'miracle' ADHD drugs and stopped taking them... but it was too late
The author learned about the risks of 'miracle' ADHD drugs and stopped taking them, but it was too late. The article discusses the horrifying risks associated with these medications. The author's experience serves as a warning to others.
- Is your menopause brain fog actually undiagnosed ADHD? A leading GP explains why so many women discover they are neurodivergent in their forties
Many women are discovering they have undiagnosed ADHD in their forties, which is often misattributed to menopause brain fog. A leading GP explains that neurodivergence can be uncovered at this stage of life. This newfound understanding can lead to proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Brain cells grown in a lab dish and made to play arcade games could help understand ADHD, autism and depression, scientists say
Scientists have grown brain cells in a lab dish and made them play arcade games to help understand ADHD, autism, and depression. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments and therapies for these conditions. The study aims to replicate human brain functions in a controlled environment.
- Brain cells grown in a lab dish and made to play arcade games could help understand ADHD, autism and depression, scientists say
Scientists have grown brain cells in a lab dish and made them play arcade games to better understand ADHD, autism, and depression. This innovative approach could lead to new treatments and therapies for these conditions. The study's findings may shed light on the neural mechanisms underlying these disorders.