It’s no secret that focus and concentration can be an issue for adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). According to statistics (1), the disorder affects up to 5% of Americans, ...

"We know that intrinsic fidgeting helps people with ADHD focus, but we're still researching whether devices can deliver the same effect," Schweitzer said. Schweitzer and colleagues from UC Santa Cruz ...

Managing ADHD is a constant challenge, but an unexpectedly simple tool has shown promise: headphones. For individuals struggling with focus and concentration, headphones—especially noise-canceling ...

If you’ve ever struggled to pay attention, even on tasks you care about, you’re not alone—and if you’re living with ADHD, this challenge can feel nearly constant. ADHD doesn’t just make it hard to ...

Think you have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? Not so fast. New research and theory by Cavicchioli, Stefanazzi, Tobia, and Ogliari (2023) makes a ...

Teenagers with ADHD often struggle to focus. Even tasks that seem simple to others—completing homework, studying for a test, or even following a conversation—can feel overwhelming and exhausting. The ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. Neurodiversity Celebration Week is an annual event that ...

New research suggests that playing music in the background could help people with ADHD concentrate, especially when it's fast-paced and engaging. Rather than being a distraction, background music ...

Keep classroom rules clear and consistent to help students with ADHD. Limit distractions in the classroom, such as excessive noise or clutter. Provide immediate praise for good behavior to motivate ...

Have you ever been told you're a "selective listener," or that you make careless mistakes? Do you have difficulty concentrating on certain tasks or keeping track of your things? You may have ADHD, ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: ADHD and menopause symptoms can overlap, and one ...