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New research reassures on opioid use during pregnancy and child development

An Indiana University study brings a comprehensive new perspective to a growing body of evidence suggesting that mild to moderate use of prescribed opioid pain medications during pregnancy does not cause an increased risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.

17 Sep 2025

Prenatal exposure to opioid analgesics not linked to increased risk of autism or ADHD

Previous studies have suggested that children exposed to opioid pain medications while in the womb have higher rates of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention- deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but a new study finds that any increased risk could be explained by other factors.

16 Sep 2025

Parents of children with health conditions face added worries as school year begins

As the new school year begins, some parents may be feeling more nervous than excited - especially those whose children have different health needs.

16 Sep 2025

Gestational diabetes poses substantial cognitive dysfunction risks for both mothers and offspring

A new synthesis of global evidence finds that experiencing gestational diabetes during pregnancy is linked with a decline in intellectual function among mothers, and may increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.

15 Sep 2025

How processed red meat might drive neurodegenerative diseases

The relationship between processed red meat and neurodegenerative diseases is complex, with potential risks and protective effects requiring more investigation.

15 Sep 2025

Mentavi study validates first fully digital diagnostic pathway for adult ADHD

Mentavi Health announced that its landmark, real-world validation study of the Mentavi Diagnostic Evaluation has been published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (JCP), a widely read and respected journal.

12 Sep 2025

Study examines how symptoms of adolescent ADHD and ODD are related to adult income

Researchers at the University of Oulu’s Research Unit of Clinical Medicine and Oulu Business School have examined how symptoms of adolescent ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) are related to adult income.

11 Sep 2025

Toddlers exposed to the COVID pandemic show fewer behavioral problems

A study finds that toddlers exposed to the COVID-19 pandemic showed fewer behavioral issues, suggesting hidden resilience factors in diverse family backgrounds.

11 Sep 2025

Elinzanetant reduces hot flashes in menopause

The OASIS-3 trial demonstrates elinzanetant's effectiveness in alleviating menopausal symptoms, reducing hot flashes significantly over a year-long study.

11 Sep 2025

New MRI correction method reveals brain structure differences in children with ADHD

Over five percent of children and adolescents are diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) globally.

5 Sep 2025

Stress in early life alters brain cell structure and behavior in mice

Canadian researchers show that stress modifies the morphology of brain cells in mice, directly influencing the rodents' level of physical activity.

4 Sep 2025

Unraveling adult ADHD symptoms through genetics and data science

Kelli Lehto, Associate Professor of Neuropsychiatric Genomics at the University of Tartu, is leading a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) grant project that brings together genetics, psychology, and data science to investigate the causes of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and enhance diagnostic methods.

4 Sep 2025

Smell loss emerges as the early behavioural sign of Alzheimer’s

Research reveals immune cells target brainstem nerves, linking smell loss to early Alzheimer's, offering potential for earlier diagnosis and intervention.

4 Sep 2025

Breastfeeding at six months boosts children’s IQ and academic skills into adolescence

Breastfeeding at six months was linked to higher IQ, better reading and math skills, and improved conversational abilities in children, according to the ALSPAC study. The findings, based on 42 significant outcomes, highlight long-term cognitive advantages but stop short of proving causality.

1 Sep 2025

Many preschoolers with ADHD receive medication before behavioral therapy

Young children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder often receive medication just after being diagnosed, which contravenes treatment guidelines endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, a Stanford Medicine-led study has found.

29 Aug 2025

Changing school shifts does not improve academic performance in students with ADHD

Several studies have shown that students who attend afternoon classes tend to perform better in school than those who attend morning classes. This is due to greater synchrony between class times and students' biological clocks.

27 Aug 2025

Brightly colored food and drinks hide synthetic dyes and lots of sugar

Nearly 1 in 5 packaged foods sold in the US in 2020 contained synthetic dyes; products with these dyes had 141% more sugar and were disproportionately marketed to children. The study also revealed wide variability in dye use across companies, highlighting opportunities for reformulation.

26 Aug 2025

Hyperactivity News and Research

New research reassures on opioid use during pregnancy and child development

Prenatal exposure to opioid analgesics not linked to increased risk of autism or ADHD

Parents of children with health conditions face added worries as school year begins

Gestational diabetes poses substantial cognitive dysfunction risks for both mothers and offspring

How processed red meat might drive neurodegenerative diseases

Mentavi study validates first fully digital diagnostic pathway for adult ADHD

Study examines how symptoms of adolescent ADHD and ODD are related to adult income

Toddlers exposed to the COVID pandemic show fewer behavioral problems

Elinzanetant reduces hot flashes in menopause

New MRI correction method reveals brain structure differences in children with ADHD

Stress in early life alters brain cell structure and behavior in mice

Unraveling adult ADHD symptoms through genetics and data science

Smell loss emerges as the early behavioural sign of Alzheimer’s

Breastfeeding at six months boosts children’s IQ and academic skills into adolescence

Many preschoolers with ADHD receive medication before behavioral therapy

Changing school shifts does not improve academic performance in students with ADHD

Brightly colored food and drinks hide synthetic dyes and lots of sugar

Polysubstance-involved opioid overdoses found to be prevalent among youth

Why a common pesticide may alter brain growth in school-age children

Hyperactivity in reticular thalamic nucleus drives autism-like behaviors in mice

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