Adult ADHD care may need rethink as symptom severity, not medication alone, drives deficits

MedicalXpress | mai 07, 2026

ADHD is usually associated with being careless, impulsive and having difficulty concentrating. New research focused on ADHD in adults indicates a greater number of cognitive and motor symptoms, and that the effects of medication vary depending on the severity of symptoms. The results could pave the way for more personalized care and better day-to-day support. The research is published in the International Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology.