The Latest Breaking News from ADHD

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

The Guardian - AU · Jun 12

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 · Jun 11

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…

Bored Panda · Jun 9

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.

International Business Times UK · Jun 1

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 Independent UK · Jun 1

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.

The Conversation · May 28

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…

Kids Ain't Cheap · May 27

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,…

The Economic Times · May 26

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…

Kids Ain't Cheap · May 24

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.

LiveScience · May 22