March 2, 2022
Adult ADHD and Work-Related Issues
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting 1.2 to 7.3% of adults globally. Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity are the primary symptoms of the disease, and they have been linked to consequences in multiple areas of daily life. This study, published in the Journal of Neural Transmission, examines the work-related issues faced by adults with ADHD....
Sleep Disorders in Adults With ADHD
Sleep disorders are common in adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This study, published in Psychiatric Research, evaluated the prevalence and severity of sleep disorders and sleep disturbances in Italian psychiatric outpatients with ADHD and other mental disorders. The study included 634 participants who underwent mental health consultations. The Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview Plus V. 5.0.0 interview...
ADHD in Adults Born Preterm
This systematic review and meta-analysis, published in Pediatric Research, looks at differences in ADHD symptoms and diagnosis between adults born at term and preterm. The goal was to understand the relationship among gestational age, birth length, birth size, and adult ADHD. The study used ADHD symptom self-report and diagnosis data and birth data from multiple databases. Ultimately,...
Understanding the Neural Basis of Adult ADHD
The Test of Variables of Attention (TOVA) is a gold-standard continuous performance test for ADHD that assesses the ability to sustain attention and inhibit impulsivity. This study, published in Eneuro, uses this test alongside EEG studies to understand cortical activity in adults with ADHD, aged 18-60. The study used a 128-channel EEG and included 53 adults...