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Virginia May 10, 2023

Mom of 6-year-old who allegedly shot his teacher breaks silence, takes 'responsibility' for son's actions

Deja Taylor, mother of a 6-year-old Virginia boy who allegedly shot his first-grade teacher inside a classroom, said she is willing to take responsibility for her son's actions.

Virginia May 10, 2023

Mom of Virginia boy who shot teacher feels responsible for shooting

The mother of the 6-year-old Virginia boy who shot his teacher feels responsibility for the shooting and apologized to the teacher. The boy will not be prosecuted.

Michigan April 30, 2023

Abuse of prescription ADHD medication on the rise for middle, high schoolers

More middle and high school students are abusing prescription ADHD drugs like Adderall and Ritalin, which treat symptoms of ADHD like inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.

Health April 10, 2023

Mom in New Orleans says ‘ADHD changed my life,' reveals how diagnosis helped her thrive

As ADHD diagnoses rise among women, 42-year-old Marie Marie Ohlsson Chisholm, a mom in New Orleans, shared a personal story of how the disorder helped her thrive.

Fitness + Well-being October 12, 2019

Fitness blogger celebrates 3 years without Adderall after drug 'ruined' her life

“It took over my life for a really long time."

Departed April 18, 2019

'Love Island' star Sophie Gradon cause of death revealed

"Love Island" star Sophie Gradon told her friend "if I could escape I would" on Instagram just hours before she hanged herself.

ADHD August 31, 2018

ADHD diagnoses may be rising in US

The number of children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the U.S. appears to have increased dramatically, a new study finds.

ADHD May 23, 2018

Banned pregnancy drug tied to ADHD generations later

A pregnancy drug banned decades ago may have side effects that linger for generations.

Pregnancy October 31, 2017

Pain drugs in pregnancy tied to ADHD

Women who use a lot of the common pain reliever acetaminophen during pregnancy may be more likely to have children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) than those who don't use the drug, a Norwegian study suggests.

ADHD May 22, 2017

Georgia student with ADHD receives award for 'Most Likely to Not Pay Attention'

A Georgia teenager with ADHD received a school award for "Most Likely to Not Pay Attention" on Tuesday, her mother said.

Children's Health September 28, 2016

ADHD drugs no help with homework

Giving stimulants to kids with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may not help them complete homework or get better grades, a small study suggests.