Helping Kids through ADHD

Understanding the latest research and common controversies

Joel Nigg Ph.D.

National Emergency Declared for Children’s Mental Health

Leading pediatric organizations call for rapid investments and policy upgrades.

Complementary Treatment for ADHD: Nutrition Supplementation

The case for full-spectrum vitamin-mineral supplementation just got stronger.

California EPA Releases Landmark Report on Food Dyes

Confirmation of synthetic food dyes as a risk factor.

Mental Health, ADHD, and COVID-19

Mental health problems in kids and adults may be the next pandemic.

Update on ADHD and Screen Media Use

A reassuring update on screen media use and its effects on mental health and ADHD.

ADHD and COVID: Update on Findings and Coping Strategies

New evidence of links between COVID-19 outcome and mental health conditions, including ADHD.

Is ADHD Really a Disorder or Just a Difference?

Some people fitting the ADHD label do very well in life and don’t seem to have a disorder. Yet many also suffer a real limitation on their dreams and potential.

ADHD and Suicide Risk

COVID-19 has spotlighted concerns about mental health and suicide risk. ADHD is part of the mix.

ADHD, Anger, and Emotional Regulation

Managing anger is a central problem for people with ADHD. Fortunately, effective solutions are available.

Race and ADHD

Race is highly relevant to research and clinical care for ADHD.

Can Brain Scans Diagnose ADHD?

Ignore the hype for now, but stay tuned.

Simple Strategies for Parents During COVID-19

Ways to help your child cope during a pandemic.

ADHD and Emotional Trauma

ADHD has a triple-whammy relationship with emotional trauma.

ADHD: Not a One-Size-Fits-All Condition

Different kinds of ADHD may need different solutions.

Food Dyes and ADHD

Synthetic additives and processed food warrant caution, but not alarm.

The Biggest Myths About ADHD

Can you name three big misconceptions about ADHD?