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St. John’s Wort Doesn’t Work for ADHD
Herbal preparation no more effective than placebo, study finds

Adults With ADHD Lose 3 Weeks Worth of Work Annually
Inability to concentrate leads to excess days off, poor-quality output, study finds

Imaging Advances Map Brain Areas Affecting Mood
Circuits involved with depression, bipolar disorders could receive more targeted treatment

Adopted Children at Slightly Higher Mental Health Risk
But the vast majority of adoptees are 'doing fine,' researcher says

Cardiac Screening Recommended for Kids Taking Stimulants for ADHD
American Heart Association issues new guidelines in response to growing concerns about heart complications

ADHD Delays Growth of Certain Brain Areas
But affected children do catch up over time, researchers add

ADHD Drugs Won’t Raise Risk of Substance Abuse
Study of young adults finds no link between stimulant treatment and alcohol, drug use

ADHD Drugs Help Boost Children’s Grades
Study finds better reading, less absenteeism with long-term treatment

Food Additives Could Fuel Hyperactivity in Kids
Study makes first link between colorings, preservatives and behavioral woes

9% of U.S. Kids Have ADHD
But most aren't getting the medications they need, researchers say