5 New ADHD Facts You Need to Know for a Better Life, by a Psychologist

Recent studies suggest social media use, rather than screen time broadly, is more strongly linked to worsening inattention in ADHD.

Apparent stimulant “tolerance” may often reflect sleep loss, stress, or changing life demands instead of the medication truly stopping work.

Untreated ADHD and related conditions may be associated with higher later-life risks of cognitive decline, including mild cognitive impairment and dementia.

The research also highlights that ADHD can affect sleep and daily functioning beyond daytime attention alone.