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ADHD prescriptions shoot up 157 per cent; adults and women show biggest rise: Study
Health | December 12, 2025 18:44 ISTA new study shows ADHD prescriptions have risen by 157 per cent, with the biggest increases seen in adults and women. Researchers say the surge may reflect better awareness, but also warn of possible misdiagnosis and stress the need for clearer clinical guidance.
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Gaming, videos or social media? New study identifies the real cause of inattention in children
Lifestyle | December 10, 2025 13:22 ISTA major study comparing three digital habits - gaming, video watching and social media - found that only social media use leads to rising inattentiveness in kids, challenging assumptions about screen time.
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ADHD in adults: Signs you might have it without realising
Health | October 27, 2025 6:35 ISTADHD isn’t just a childhood condition. Psychiatrists Dr Kersi Chavda and Dr Fabian Almeida explain how adult ADHD often goes unnoticed, the signs, diagnosis, and how understanding your brain can change everything.
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Doctors explain how ADHD, anxiety, and insomnia often strike together in Gen Z
Health | October 22, 2025 7:41 ISTDoctors explain why ADHD, anxiety, and insomnia often strike together in Gen Z. Psychiatrists Dr Kersi Chavda and Dr Fabian Almeida discuss how overstimulation, stress, and screen habits are fuelling a mental health crisis, and how to break the cycle.
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Paracetamol use in pregnancy linked to higher autism and ADHD risk, Harvard experts warn
Health | August 23, 2025 14:16 ISTA study published in BMC Environmental Health said that paracetamol can increase the risk of autism, ADHD and other neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) in children when exposed to the painkiller during pregnancy. Read on to know more about the study.
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Migraine, ADHD, early MS: Know why brain disorders are quietly rising in young adults
Health | July 22, 2025 14:00 ISTOn World Brain Day 2025, let us know why migraine, ADHD and early multiple sclerosis are quietly rising in young adults. In this article, an expert has shared insights about the causes of brain disorders in young adults.
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Insomnia could be the hidden cause of poor quality of life in adults with ADHD, finds study
Health | July 16, 2025 9:33 ISTThe study was conduced by researchers from the University of Southampton, UK, and the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience and was published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) Mental Health. For the study, researchers analysed responses from 1,364 middle-aged and older adult participants.
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Paracetamol use during pregnancy linked to ADHD diagnosis in children, finds study
Health | March 04, 2025 8:12 ISTAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children. A new study has found that taking Acetaminophen, which is a common over-the-counter painkiller recommended during pregnancy, can lead to ADHD in children.
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Blood pressure medicine can be a safer alternative to treat ADHD symptoms; says study
Health | February 21, 2025 23:04 ISTA new study found that a blood pressure medication may be a safer choice for treating symptoms of ADHD. The study included researchers from the University of Surrey and was published in Neuropsychopharmacology. Read on to know more.
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One in four younger adults suspect undiagnosed ADHD due to social media influence: New study
Health | October 14, 2024 16:45 ISTWith proper care and support, individuals with ADHD can find ways to cope and lead fulfilling lives; however, it's worth noting that ADHD is not indicative of bad parenting or weakness of will but rather a neurological condition which happens in certain people due to innate brain biology conditions.
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What is ADHD? Know symptoms, causes and more about the chronic brain condition
Health | May 29, 2024 14:00 ISTIt is essential to create awareness and understanding around ADHD to reduce stigma and provide support for those living with this condition. With proper management and support, individuals with ADHD can lead fulfilling lives and reach their full potential.
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Pushpa actor Fahadh Faasil REVEALS he was clinically diagnosed with ADHD at 41
May 27, 2024 22:38 ISTNoted South Indian actor Fahadh Faasil said he was clinically diagnosed with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) at the age of 41. Scroll down to know more details.
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Study finds link between brain abnormality and language challenges in kids with ADHD, dyslexia
Health | March 17, 2024 13:41 ISTA new study reveals a correlation between brain abnormalities and language difficulties in children diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Understanding these connections could lead to more targeted interventions for affected individuals.
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Parents can help prevent development of ADHD symptoms in their kids: Study
Health | February 16, 2024 13:05 ISTA study co-authored by a University of Waterloo researcher suggests that parents of exuberant children can moderate ADHD development through engaged parenting, emphasising early intervention and directive guidance.
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Excessive screen time could indicate higher Autism and ADHD susceptibility in kids
Technology | October 26, 2023 16:37 ISTResearch has unveiled a connection between children's screen time and a genetic inclination toward autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although prolonged screen exposure in childhood has previously been linked to the likelihood of ASD and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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Sadness isn't depression and restlessness is not ADHD: know the difference
Health | March 28, 2023 17:30 ISTPeople tend to confuse sadness with depression and restlessness with ADHD. While these medical conditions display similar symptoms, It is important to know their differences.
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Parent's smoking or state of depression may increase ADHD risk in children
Health | August 08, 2018 17:06 ISTA new study has found that smoking and depression in parents may increase the risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in their children.
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Just one workout daily can be a tonic for your brain, study reveals
Lifestyle | June 14, 2017 13:55 ISTJust one workout can have great positive impact on your brain.
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Kids having ADHD disorder may have bad memory in adulthood too!
Lifestyle | August 29, 2015 11:52 ISTLondon: Adolescents diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may perform poorly in memory tests compared to their peers even in adulthood, suggests new research.ADHD is a disorder characterised by short attention span, restlessness and impulsivity, and
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Practicing Yoga can cure Psychiatric Disorders!
Lifestyle | January 27, 2013 16:37 ISTWashington: Yoga has shown promising results in major psychiatric disorders such as depression, schizophrenia, ADHD and sleep complaints, say findings from a review of over 100 studies.Emerging evidence in support of the 5,000-year-old Indian practice
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