Tag: alertness
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ADHD Medications May Boost Alertness More Than Focus, Study Suggests
New Clues About How ADHD Medications Work prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may primarily work by increasing alertness and interest in tasks, rather than directly enhancing the brain’s ability to focus. A recent study explored how common ADHD medications influence brain activity and behavior, seeking to untangle the longstanding question…
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ADHD meds may boost alertness, not focus, study finds
New findings reshape how we understand ADHD medications Prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may work less by directly sharpening the brain’s ability to focus and more by boosting general alertness and interest in tasks. A recent study examined how common ADHD medications influence brain activity and behavior, suggesting that heightened…