The Pharmacy Times® Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Resource Center is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and expert insights on issues related to ADHD, a chronic condition that can cause attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.
October 29th 2024
Evolving understanding of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) underscores the need for inclusive research and support, especially for women.
Survey: 72% of Pharmacy Technicians’ Workflow Affected by Drug Shortages
September 22nd 2023Chemotherapy, medication for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists for weight loss and diabetes, and local anesthetics were among the drugs most affected by shortages.
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Adults With ADHD Present Symptoms Differently Than Children, Requiring Unique Assessment
March 26th 2023Although attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is not as common in adults, it can still be present and bothersome, however, adults with ADHD may have learned to hide it a bit better than children.
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ADHD Medications Not Found to Impact Cardiovascular Disease Risk
December 5th 2022Study does not show a statistically significant association for specific cardiovascular outcomes related to cardiac arrest or arrhythmias, cerebrovascular diseases, or myocardial infarction associated with medications for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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A Pharmacist’s Personal Experience: Breaking Down Stigma to Improve Outcomes in ADHD
October 18th 2021Misconceptions about the diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder reduce the credibility of health care providers and delay or prevent treatment for patients suffering from this condition.
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Lisdexamfetamine Reduces Symptoms of Cognitive Sluggishness in Adult Patients With ADHD
August 31st 2021It is currently debated whether or not sluggish cognitive tempo—defined as a collection of symptoms that include persistent dreaminess, fatigue, and slow working speed—is part of ADHD or separate from it.
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Research Finds ADHD-Related Aggressive Behavior is Genetically Coded
August 20th 2021Study indicates that the genetics affecting aggression in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and disruptive behavior disorders are the same as genetics underlying aggression in the general population.
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