Currently, more than 6 million children in the United States, or 11% of all children aged 4 to 17, have received attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnoses. The disorder is characterized by impulsiveness, hyperactivity and difficulty paying attention. Kids with ADHD have been shown to struggle in school, have trouble with friendships and be more prone to injury than other children their age.  At present, diagnosing … Continue reading Neuroimaging shows interactions in attention-based brain networks weaker in children with ADHD.