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Changing the way we talk about addiction can help reduce stigma and may even improve treatment outcomes.
September 26, 2024

A better way to say that: Stigmatizing language affects how we treat addiction

Substance use disorders (SUDs) are chronic, treatable conditions that people can recover from, but stigma around them makes it hard...

Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health, Alcohol Use Disorder
Working alongside someone with ADHD can help them stay focused and motivated while completing tasks. 
April 04, 2024

ADHD support toolkit

If someone in your life has attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), here are some ways you can offer your support.  ...

ADHD

ADHD affects children, teenagers, and adults.
April 02, 2024

ADHD across the lifespan: What it looks like in children and teens

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects the brain's ability to focus and control impulses and is one of the most...

ADHD
ADHD can affect people of all ages, including adults.
April 02, 2024

ADHD across the lifespan: What it looks like in adults

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition (a condition that affects how the brain develops and works). ADHD is...

ADHD

Penn Holderness wasn't diagnosed with ADHD until adulthood.
December 12, 2023

Taking on the stigma of ADHD

Penn Holderness and his wife Kim made history last year by becoming the oldest contestants ever to win the long-running...

ADHD, Mental Health
Finding the right medication can take time.
November 28, 2023

What medications are used to treat ADHD?

If you or your child has attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might be curious about medications for treating its symptoms....

ADHD

An NIH-funded training program uses a driving simulator and eye-tracking technology to help teens with ADHD become safer drivers.
November 21, 2023

Exploring ADHD…with science!

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects millions of people worldwide. We know more about ADHD than we used to, but there’s...

NIH Research, ADHD
ADHD can cause challenges with attention, focus, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
November 14, 2023

Understanding ADHD: What you need to know

Everyone has trouble sitting still or staying focused from time to time. But for people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),...

ADHD

Anxiety disorders are one of the most common types of mental illness.
October 10, 2023

Anxiety: What you need to know

Anxiety is a natural part of life, and most of us experience it at some point. You might feel nervous,...

Anxiety, Mental Health
All anxiety disorders involve excessive fear or worry that disrupts daily life.
October 04, 2023

4 types of common anxiety disorders

While anxiety disorders vary based on symptoms and triggers, they can all interfere with daily activities. Understanding the different types...

Anxiety, Mental Health

Personal Story

Readers, including the Srikonda family, Alyssa and Kevin Gbolie, and Ed Piscitelli, share their pandemic takeaways.
July 05, 2021

How have you managed stress during COVID-19?

During this global pandemic, we have all had to make changes to our daily lives. We asked readers to tell...

Mental Health, Personal Story, Health Overview, Children and Teenagers, Men, Seniors, Women
Tracy Sekhon helped support her son Luca, who is now 10, through his autism diagnosis journey.
April 27, 2020

Embracing autism diagnosis helps family take charge

Luca is in fifth grade. He loves playing video games, building things, and learning about space. He can tell you...

Autism Spectrum Disorder, Personal Story

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