Is something in the air affecting kids' behavior these days? Maybe –chemicals from air pollution breathed in by expectant moms may play a part in their children's behavior issues later on.

The younger a child is, the more rambunctious they tend to be.  While this behavior is typically seen as normal, more and more younger children today are being diagnosed as ADHD as compared to their older classmates.  

Children who have issues with sleep—whether it is too much or too little—need their problems addressed in order to prevent disruptions during the day, studies suggest.  

If your child’s birth date falls on the cusp between academic years, dependent on which side, he or she may face a greater chance of being diagnosed with ADHD. This phenomenon, deemed the “relative age effect,” occurs independent of state or cut-off date.

Earlier this month, the FDA reviewed the labels for ADHD medication and decided to add two new side effects to the drugs  Focalin and Focalin XR .

Children with ADHD might find it easier to follow through with a treatment program that incorporates other children with the same issues.

Controversy surrounding the link between ADHD medication and cardiovascular risk has been abuzz in the media lately. But is that hype true?  

In our modern world of cell phones, computers and mobile devices, it’s hard enough to concentrate.  Add a genetic predisposition to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and you might find yourself using medication to keep you focused.    

If your preschooler has excess energy that he or she uses for arguments and temper tantrums then it may seem counterintuitive to start rewarding their good behavior, yet research suggests it helps.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most common psychiatric condition in children. Many believe that the symptoms of ADHD are likely to go away with age - but a new study claims otherwise.