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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

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…

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Scientists Just Discovered Specific Gut Bacteria That May Protect Babies Against Autism and ADHD — And Parents in New York Can Act on This Science Today

A groundbreaking study found that specific infant gut bacteria may help protect against autism and ADHD, opening new paths for prevention research.

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Lestat’s Narration Is What Having an ADHD Brain Feels Like

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The Mary Sue

Dopamine menus: can small pleasures help us get unstuck?

You sit down to start a task you care about. Nothing happens. You open your phone instead. Minutes turn into hours. You feel restless, flat, or oddly exhausted, even though you haven’t done much at all.

The Conversation

The gut-brain bombshell: How bacteria in babies may hold the key to preventing Autism, ADHD

New research reveals a significant link between a baby's early gut bacteria and future brain health, potentially influencing the risk of conditions like ASD and ADHD. Scientists discovered that specific microbes may offer a protective effect, opening avenues for future diet-based interventions and probiotics to support neurodevelopment.

The Economic Times

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.

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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

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

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…

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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

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…

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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

Georgia Families Say Classroom Support for Neurodivergent Students Is Shrinking

For many Georgia parents, getting classroom support for neurodivergent children is becoming more stressful, not less. Families of students with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory processing differences say accommodations that once helped children succeed now feel harder to secure or maintain. In some districts, parents report larger class sizes, staffing…

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Nurses ‘constantly’ correcting dangerous health myths spreading on TikTok and Instagram

A mental health nurse highlighted that social media has created a surge in demand for services in autism and ADHD

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Parents Say These ‘Sensory-Friendly’ Classrooms Aren’t Actually Working

Schools across the country have spent the last several years redesigning classrooms to support students with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and sensory processing challenges. Soft lighting, fidget tools, quiet corners, and flexible seating have become common features in many “sensory-friendly classrooms.” While the idea sounds promising, many parents now say the…

The Guardian - UK

Antidepressants in pregnancy do not raise children’s risk of autism or ADHD, study finds

Researchers say risk comes from ‘other factors, including genetic predisposition to mental health conditions’

The Independent UK

Meet DARA, Bulgaria’s first ever Eurovision Song Contest champion

Pop singer triumphed with her energetic dance track ‘Bangaranga’, beating Israel in the song contest held in Vienna, Austria

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Teachers Admit These Classroom Changes Are Hurting Neurodivergent Students

Schools have changed dramatically over the last few years, and many educators say not every shift has been positive for neurodivergent students. Teachers working with students who have ADHD, autism, sensory processing challenges, dyslexia, and anxiety are increasingly speaking out about classroom environments that feel overstimulating and less supportive. While…

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Man Spends His Life Thinking Something Is Wrong With Him Until One Diagnosis Changes Everything

Sometimes clarity arrives years later than expected, quietly reshaping everything that came before it. For one man, that moment came at 42, when he finally received an autism diagnosis after spending years being misunderstood and repeatedly misdiagnosed. Looking back, many of the signs had always been there, but they were…

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5 Classroom Changes That Help Children With ADHD Stay Focused

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Tylenol During Pregnancy Doesn’t Increase Autism or ADHD Risk—Huge Review Finds

For years, many expecting parents have faced a stressful question: is it safe to take Tylenol during pregnancy? Headlines and social media posts have fueled fears that common pain relief might be linked to autism or ADHD in children. A new large-scale scientific review is now offering reassurance, challenging earlier…

The Guardian - UK

London schools trialling VR to relieve pupils’ stress

Phase Space pilot programme with NHS mental health trust used to calm anxiety around exams, ADHD and home troubles

International Business Times UK

Ex-Spandau Ballet Singer Ross Davidson Jailed Over Rape Convictions

Ross Davidson, former Spandau Ballet singer, was sentenced to 14 years for multiple sexual offenses, including rape. The verdict highlights the courage of victims and Davidson's ADHD struggles.

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AI tool could help predict ADHD in children years before a formal diagnosis

Researchers found that the AI system could accurately flag early warning signs of ADHD, potentially allowing children to receive support much sooner.

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