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When your child has ADHD, constant criticism and negative feedback on their behavior can lead to low self-esteem. But there are things parents can do to boost it.

Learn about what makes for “high-functioning” ADHD in adults and why some people with ADHD call it their superpower.

Before you try going off your ADHD meds, talk to your doctor and learn what you should expect.

From confusion to grief to relief, three women with ADHD talk about how they felt when they got diagnosed, and they share how they took charge of their lives.

With the right therapeutic approach, you can grow the skills you need to thrive with ADHD. Find out how to make the right choices for you.

Some people decide not to take medications for ADHD. Learn about some of the strategies that work for them.

Signs of ADHD usually start to show in early childhood and continue into adulthood. But sometimes ADHD isn’t caught or diagnosed until someone is a young adult. The symptoms of adult ADHD might not be as obvious as those in children, but they’re similar.

If you have ADHD, you may sense your partner is sometimes frustrated by your behavior, but you might not know exactly what's bothering her -- or what to do about it. Everyone's different, but there are some common things like disorganization, forgetfulness, or blurting out your thoughts, that can trigger friction.

Your symptoms may have been there all along, but you didn't realize what they were. Find out common "light bulb moments" and how adults get diagnosed with ADHD.

If you've got adult ADHD, it can be hard to get organized. Here's how to start.

Think about these things before you have a conversation with your employer.

ADHD can make your mouth move faster than your brain. Use these tips to curb impulsive speech.

Adult ADHD can have some surprising upsides for some people. With medication and therapy, you can nurture your talents and abilities.

Many ADHD drugs are closely regulated. WebMD tells you what that means -- and how it affects your prescription.

If you're in your 50s or older and you learn you've got ADHD, find out what kind of treatment and strategies for daily living can help you.

Can you have alcohol when you're on ADHD medications? WebMD asks the experts.

Is ADHD more common now than before? Who gets the disorder? Do you grow out of it? Learn what we know and don’t know in this WebMD feature.

Having ADHD can make you feel paranoid. Explore a personal story of one man's experience with adult ADHD.

WebMD explains the connection between ADHD and lateness, speeding, arguing, drinking, and other risky behaviors.

WebMD talks to experts about treatment for adult ADHD.

WebMD discusses how ADHD affects women, signs of ADHD in women, and how women's ADHD is treated.

Learn how to make time to smell the roses.

There are a couple of reasons why kids who are around 13, 14, or 15 often decide they want to stop taking medication. WebMD explains.

As a parent you have undoubtedly done a great deal to help your child with ADHD stay organized, stay on time and stay on task. What do you do when they leave for college? WebMD explains.