Content about Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder controversies

April 2, 2013

Reports: Analysis finds steep rise in ADHD diagnoses among children

More than one-tenth of school-age children and nearly one-fifth of high school boys in the United States have received a diagnosis for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, according to published reports.

February 7, 2012

FDA approves Vyvanse for adults with ADHD

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by Shire for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, the company said Tuesday.

October 17, 2011

ADHD can be diagnosed in children from age 4, physician group says

Children can be diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as soon as 4 years old, according to new guidelines released Sunday by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

February 28, 2011

Intuniv OKed as add-on therapy to treat ADHD

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new use for a Shire drug to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Shire said Monday.

August 10, 2010

Curemark gets nod to start late-stage trial for ADHD drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a late-stage clinical trial of a drug for...

July 6, 2010

FDA approves expanded use of Daytrana

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by Shire for treating attention...