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Scientists just discovered that a famous 20-year-old finding about ADHD brains was actually measuring something else entirely. The good news? This breakthrough shows how modern research tools are helping us understand conditions like ADHD more accurately than ever before.
Brands that optimize websites and products for the 14% of Americans with ADHD are accidentally creating better experiences for everyone. New research shows these consumers act as the ultimate "stress test" for eliminating friction that frustrates all shoppers.
A major new study brings relief to millions of parents: the most common ADHD medication appears safe for young children and may even lower their risk of developing serious mental health conditions. The research challenges long-standing concerns about these widely prescribed drugs.
New brain scan research on over 1,100 children reveals ADHD may have three distinct subtypes, opening doors to personalized treatment. This discovery could help millions get more targeted support based on their unique brain patterns.
New research suggests ADHD exists on a spectrum where many people turn their symptoms into professional superpowers. Olympic champions, comedians, and entrepreneurs are proving the diagnosis doesn't have to hold anyone back.
Leading autism researchers and advocates formed a new independent committee to guide autism research priorities and counter recent federal changes. The group aims to unite the autism community and protect evidence-based research as funding reaches $568 million annually.
Girls diagnosed with ADHD in childhood have better mental health outcomes than those diagnosed later, according to groundbreaking research from Wales. The findings point to a clear solution: earlier screening could prevent years of struggle.
Clinically designed video games are showing real results for young people struggling with ADHD and depression, offering families a new path when traditional therapy wait times stretch for months. Johns Hopkins researchers found these specially designed games delivered modest but meaningful improvements that both kids and parents could see.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins discovered ancient brain cells that act like a built-in distraction filter, offering new hope for millions with ADHD. When these neurons were switched off in mice, attention problems appeared instantly but reversed just as quickly when reactivated.
Scientists discovered that certain gut bacteria can help protect babies from autism and ADHD, even when they carry genetic risk factors. The finding could lead to simple probiotic treatments that support healthy brain development starting in infancy.
A scientist who revolutionized protein research is now tackling science's reproducibility crisis with AI. His new approach could help researchers separate reliable studies from questionable ones, speeding up cures for diseases like Alzheimer's.
Scientists now have access to an AI tool that filters through 150 years of research data to deliver trustworthy answers in seconds. CAS Newton helps researchers move from question to verified answer without drowning in information overload.
When US funding cuts threatened to collapse decades of life-saving health research in South Africa, the country fought back with a $32 million rescue package. Now 59 critical HIV and tuberculosis research projects are moving forward.
South Korea is creating a new research movement to produce globally recognized scientists like Jane Goodall by focusing on uniquely Korean topics. The K-Science initiative aims to blend the nation's culture, history, and environment with cutting-edge research.
Jennifer Ferris transformed a "Wild Wild West" research environment into a thriving 17-person operation, earning the first university-wide staff award ever given to UT Health Sciences' Knoxville campus. Her journey from solo clinical trial coordinator to award-winning director shows how one person's vision can reshape an entire research community.
Nigeria's medical research institute has unveiled a biobank containing over 400,000 biological samples that could revolutionize how the country understands and treats diseases. The massive collection offers locally generated data that researchers say will lead to better health outcomes for millions of Africans.
After federal research funding collapsed and thousands of scientists lost their jobs, a new model of community-driven science is taking root across America. From state-funded research bonds to mobile MRI scanners in rural towns, researchers are discovering that science doesn't need ivory towers to thrive.
Scientists discovered that autism and ADHD may share the same biological roots, with symptom severity mattering more than diagnostic labels. The breakthrough could transform how we understand and treat neurodevelopmental conditions in children.
Scientists discovered that certain gut bacteria during infancy appear to protect children from developing autism and ADHD, even when their genes suggest higher risk. The breakthrough opens possibilities for simple probiotic treatments that could support healthy brain development.
After analyzing 200+ studies, scientists created the world's first free website to help people with ADHD navigate treatment options backed by real evidence. The groundbreaking tool cuts through years of conflicting advice with clear, accessible information.
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