In our last blog post (Part 2 of 3), we mentioned biologically-based tools that might allow doctors to objectively diagnose ADHD in the coming century. However, we are not there yet. Today, we take a ...

This letter refutes the “overdiagnosis” narrative, blaming the stimulant shortage on DEA regulatory failures, clinical constraints, and recognition of historical underdiagnosis. By concluding that ...

Given that the proposed DSM-V criteria for ADHD are available and would be implemented in the near future, [11] it is advised that their psychometric properties and modifications be studied before ...

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), published by the American Psychiatric Association, will have a new edition published in 2013. This edition will be called the DSM-5.

The ADHD diagnostic process depends on accurate history taking from multiple sources, coupled with a comprehensive physical examination. Below we review the three primary methods of gathering this ...

The authors of “Overdiagnosis of Adult ADHD Is Exacerbating the Stimulant Shortage” reply to a letter to the editor. Where we may differ is that we would like to see the DSM continue to evolve. The ...