May 26, 2026

ADHD Isn’t About Attention? The New Science of Motivation, Focus and Reward

Show Notes

Why can people with ADHD focus intensely for hours on things that are interesting or emotionally engaging...but not on their homework? The real challenge may be how the brain processes reward.

Learn why researchers are rethinking ADHD, how stimulant medications work, how dopamine shapes motivation and persistence, and practical ways parents can help children.

Resources & References:
• The Incredible Years Parent Program: The Incredible Years
• Large-scale functional MRI study on ADHD medications and brain networks: Cell study on stimulant effects in ADHD
• Study on methylphenidate and reward anticipation in ADHD: Methylphenidate and reward processing study summary

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