If you have very painful periods (dysmenorrhea) with or without heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia), it is possible that you have a benign gynecologic condition called adenomyosis. Kuaty Tanir / Getty Images What Is Adenomyosis? Adenomyosis occurs in the uterus and is a common cause of painful periods and heavy menstrual bleeding. Your uterus is made of smooth muscle that is lined with a special layer called theendometrium. The endometrium is what builds up and sheds in response to changes in your hormone levels during your menstrual cycle every month....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTissue GrowthSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCopingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Tissue Growth Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Frequently Asked Questions Adenomyosisandendometriosisare medical conditions that cause an overgrowth of the lining of theuterus(endometrium). With adenomyosis, the tissue grows into the walls of the uterus. With endometriosis, the tissues grow outside of the uterus and can extend to theovaries,fallopian tubes, pelvic wall, and bowel....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSpreadSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Spread Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Adenoviruses commonly cause cold or flu-like symptoms in humans. Infections tend to be mild and adenoviruses usually don’t require treatment. Adenoviruses can be transmitted from person to person year-round, in people of all ages. They may cause cold-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, but they can also cause other symptoms such as diarrhea orconjunctivitis(pink eye)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsADHD and AngerCommon TriggersManagementPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents ADHD and Anger Common Triggers Management Prevention ADHD and anger have long been recognized as linked, although anger is not listed as an “official” ADHD symptom. Navigating an ADHD meltdown (yours or someone else’s) is challenging—anger generally occurs suddenly. However, recognizing possible triggers and developing management strategies can help prevent episodes or reduce their intensity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs There a Connection?Putting Off SexPorn, ADHD, and MasturbationWorking on Intimacy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is There a Connection? Putting Off Sex Porn, ADHD, and Masturbation Working on Intimacy This article will discuss how ADHD can affect sexuality and coping strategies. Prostock-Studio / iStock/ Getty Images Plus Do People With ADHD Want Sex More? Not everyone with ADHD has higher-than-average sex drives—in fact, some people with ADHD experience lower-than-average sex drives—but hypersexuality is associated with ADHD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIrritability and ADHDOther Emotional Symptoms of ADHDHow ADHD Irritability Affects Daily LifeManaging the Emotional Symptoms of ADHDWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Irritability and ADHD Other Emotional Symptoms of ADHD How ADHD Irritability Affects Daily Life Managing the Emotional Symptoms of ADHD When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Some common symptoms of ADHD include:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsProfessional ScreeningsDSM-5 CriteriaLabs and TestsAt-Home TestingNext in ADHD GuideADHD and Hyperfocus: Understanding the Relationship Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Professional Screenings DSM-5 Criteria Labs and Tests At-Home Testing Next in ADHD Guide If you suspect that you, your child, or a loved one may have untreatedattention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might be wondering if there are criteria for diagnosing ADHD. According to the latest edition of theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders(DSM-5), there are specific ADHD criteria that a person must meet to receive a diagnosis....

Treatment options forAlzheimer’s diseaseare limited, but new research suggests that medications forattention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)may treat certainsymptomsof Alzheimer’s. An analysis published in theJournal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatryreviewed 19 clinical trials on the use ofnoradrenergic drugs—often used to treat anxiety, depression, and ADHD—in people with neurodegenerative disease. Researchers found that these drugs can improve general cognitive performance and apathy, the most common neuropsychiatric symptom in Alzheimer’s patients. Study: Flu Shots May Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsADHD and TirednessHow It FeelsCausesBrain FogBurnoutSimilar SymptomsManage FatigueNext in ADHD Guide6 Natural Remedies for ADHD Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents ADHD and Tiredness How It Feels Causes Brain Fog Burnout Similar Symptoms Manage Fatigue Next in ADHD Guide There is a common link betweenattention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) andfatigue. Though the exact reason for the connection is unknown, many people with ADHD will experience mental or physical exhaustion that can lead to burnout if left unaddressed,...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsADHD in ChildrenSymptoms of ADHD in BoysSymptoms of ADHD in GirlsWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents ADHD in Children Symptoms of ADHD in Boys Symptoms of ADHD in Girls When to Seek Care Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)is a neurodevelopmental disorder that begins in childhood. Symptoms of ADHD affect males and females differently. People with ADHD typically exhibit behaviors of impulsiveness and hyperactivity, inattentiveness, or a combination that may persist into adulthood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesStimulantsNon-StimulantsAntidepressantsMedication for Adults vs. Kids Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Stimulants Non-Stimulants Antidepressants Medication for Adults vs. Kids Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) medications are prescribed to manage common ADHD symptoms, like difficulty focusing, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity. Medications approved to treat ADHD include stimulants, like Adderall and Ritalin, and non-stimulants, likeStratteraand Intuniv. Antidepressants, like Wellbutrin, are also prescribed off-label to treat ADHD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTreating ADHD in ChildrenWhat Are Stimulants?Amphetamines vs. MethylphenidatesShort-Acting AmphetaminesLong-Acting AmphetaminesSide EffectsShort-Acting MethylphenidatesLong-Acting MethylphenidatesNonstimulant TreatmentsFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in ADHD GuideWhat Is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Treating ADHD in Children What Are Stimulants? Amphetamines vs. Methylphenidates Short-Acting Amphetamines Long-Acting Amphetamines Side Effects Short-Acting Methylphenidates Long-Acting Methylphenidates Nonstimulant Treatments Frequently Asked Questions Next in ADHD Guide Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)is a commonly diagnosed neurological condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDifferencesSymptomsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Differences Symptoms Treatment Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)can cause different symptoms in females than in males. Males, for example, tend to have higher rates ofhyperactivityandimpulsivitythan are typically seen in females. ADHD symptoms in women can include difficulty organizing or finishing tasks, following instructions, or paying attention to details. The symptoms of ADHD can also differ in girls and women in that they may only be noticed later in life when there are problems at work, at home, or in relationships....