Attention Deficit Disorder | LocalHealthGuide

Taking acetaminophen in pregnancy doesn’t increase your baby’s risk of autism or ADHD – new review

The research confirms that taking paracetamol – also known as acetaminophen, or by brand names such as Panadol and Tylenol – does not increase a baby’s risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disability when used in pregnancy.

Letters ADHD repeated over and over again on a black background.

October 30, 2023 Attention Deficit Disorder / Brain and Nervous System / Drugs / Mental Health

How do stimulants actually work to reduce ADHD symptoms?

Stimulant drugs are thought to alter the activity of key neuotransmitters, dopamine and noradrenaline, in the brain. These neurotransmitters help with attention and focus, among other things.

August 8, 2023 Attention Deficit Disorder / Brain and Nervous System / Mental Health

More adults than ever have been seeking ADHD medications – an ADHD expert explains what could be driving the trend

The average person has a couple of symptoms of ADHD, so it can be hard to draw the line between ADHD-like tendencies – such as a tendency to lose keys, having a messy desk or often finding your mind wandering during a dull task – and a diagnosable medical disorder.