Children's ADHD diagnosis prompted a mother to search for her own
ADHD is highly genetic, with about 74% of diagnoses linked to genetic causes — often running in families.
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Mom realized she had ADHD after kids' diagnosis
Many people associate Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD with children, but the condition can continue into adulthood -- and can often run in families. Major Garrett reports.
Doctor on RFK Jr.'s food dye phase out
On Tuesday, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced plans to phase out eight commonly used food dyes. Dr. Peter Chin-Hong, professor of medicine at UC San Francisco, joined CBS News to break down the health concerns and which foods use the dyes.
Diabetes in pregnancy linked to higher rates of ADHD, autism in kids, study says
Researchers found the risk is heightened by both gestational diabetes, which can develop during pregnancy, and pre-existing Type 2 diabetes.
Risks for babies from diabetes
A new report, examining more than 56 million pregnancies, found children born to women with diabetes have "sharply higher rates" of ADHD and autism. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to explain.
Many adults think they have undiagnosed ADHD. Here's what to know.
ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, may be more common in adults than we realize. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know about the diagnosis.
Survey: Many adults suspect undiagnosed ADHD
A new survey reveals that 25% of U.S. adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, but only 13% have discussed it with a doctor. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains the importance of seeking professional help.
Pharmacists warn of record drug shortages
Pharmacists in the U.S. are warning that hundreds of medications are in short supply. Among some of the most concerning are shortages of chemotherapy drugs and those needed for ADHD, like Adderall. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF, has more.
Parents struggle to track down ADHD medication for their kids
U.S. drugmakers claim they are manufacturing all they can, but patients and doctor's offices have to keep pharmacy-shopping to find it.
Parents struggle to find ADHD medication
Parents across the U.S. are having difficulty finding ADHD medication for their children amid an ongoing shortage. U.S. drugmakers claim they are manufacturing all they can, yet patients and doctors' offices still have to keep pharmacy-shopping to find it. Mark Strassmann explains.
Why is there an ADHD medication shortage in 2024?
Generic versions of the ADHD medications Adderall, Vyvanse, and Concerta remain in shortage in 2024.
ADHD medication recalled because bottles may contain a different drug
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is recalling Zanzedi after a pharmacist found a pill with sedative effects in a package of the stimulant drug.
Young Black males with ADHD less likely to get diagnosis, treatment
"I remember how it felt to not be seen, to not be heard, and to have your needs dismissed," said Wesley Jackson Wade, who didn't get diagnosed until his 30s, and now counsels others.
Is it genetic? What experts say about risk of diabetes, Alzheimer's and more
Do you have a family history of any physical or mental health conditions? Experts explain how genetics play a role in your potential risk levels.
Taking drugs like Adderall without ADHD decreases productivity, study finds
Taking stimulants like Adderall and Ritalin without having ADHD, for which they are commonly prescribed, won't actually boost your brain power, researchers say.
Many teens are misusing ADHD drugs, study finds
In some middle and high schools in the United States, about 1 in 4 students report misuing prescription stimulants for ADHD, a new study found.
FDA warns about Adderall, albuterol shortages
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning about a shortage in albuterol as well as the active ingredients used to manufacture Adderall. Albuterol is used to treat asthma, while Adderall is used to treat ADHD. Meg Oliver has more.
How a psych professor became "TikTok famous"
San Diego psychology professor Dr. Inna Kanevsky gained TikTok fame by debunking mental health misinformation on the popular social media platform. She now has more than a million followers as she fights to make content creators stick to scientific facts.
Is screen time affecting kids' brains?
60 Minutes goes inside a landmark government study of young minds to see if phones, tablets and other screens are changing the development of adolescent minds. Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT on CBS
Kids' book author Dav Pilkey
Rita Braver talks with writer and illustrator Dav Pilkey on the 20th anniversary of the first book in his wildly successful "Captain Underpants" series, and learns how an early experience with ADHD played a role in Pilkey's rise as a cartoonist and bestselling author.
ADD Grows Up
The drug industry estimates that 8 million adults suffer from ADD (attention deficit disorder), once thought to be a children's condition outgrown with age. But is it really a growing epidemic or just a prescription for profits? Morley Safer investigates.
Watch Live: Mike Waltz testifies at confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador
Waltz is expected to face questions for the first time about his role in a Signal chat in which top officials inadvertently disclosed sensitive details about a military strike.
Russia calls Trump's demand for Ukraine ceasefire in 50 days unacceptable
As Trump demands a deal to end the Ukraine war in 50 days, Russia's deputy foreign minister says "demands, especially ultimatums, are unacceptable."
Senate to move on Trump request to cut foreign aid, public media funding
Some senators have concerns as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act on the rescissions request.
2025 Emmy nominations are announced
"Severance," "The White Lotus," "The Studio" and "Hacks" are among the shows expected to receive multiple nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
Privately-funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
CPI rose in June to 2.7% annual rate, new data show
The Consumer Price Index in June rose 2.7% on an annual basis, in line with economists' predictions.
Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips to China — a reversal in policy.
Trump attending major energy and AI summit in Pittsburgh Tuesday
A number of political leaders and big names from the tech and AI industries are expected to be there.
Photos show major flooding from New York City-area storms
Severe storms prompted flash flood warnings across the New York City area on Monday night.
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Paddleboarder dies while rescuing 12-year-old girl in Utah reservoir
A man disappeared under water in a Utah reservoir on Saturday after paddleboarding into the water to help a 12-year-old girl who drifted away from shore on an inflatable tube.
CPI rose in June to 2.7% annual rate, new data show
The Consumer Price Index in June rose 2.7% on an annual basis, in line with economists' predictions.
Park Service's handling of wildfire that destroyed Grand Canyon Lodge doubted
A wildfire that tore through a historic Grand Canyon Lodge had been allowed to burn for days before erupting over the weekend, raising questions about federal officials' decision not to aggressively attack it right away.
2025 Emmy nominations are announced
"Severance," "The White Lotus," "The Studio" and "Hacks" are among the shows expected to receive multiple nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
Scheduled Florida execution would surpass U.S. total for all of last year
A man who fatally shot a man and woman outside a Florida bar as part of an attempted revenge killing is scheduled to be executed. It would be the 26th execution in the U.S. this year, surpassing last year's total.
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Which countries could Trump hit with 100% tariffs over ties with Russia?
More than a dozen countries stand in the crosshairs of Trump's threat to impose 100% tariffs over their economic ties to Russia.
CPI rose in June to 2.7% annual rate, new data show
The Consumer Price Index in June rose 2.7% on an annual basis, in line with economists' predictions.
Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips to China — a reversal in policy.
Trump administration imposes 17% tariff on fresh Mexican tomatoes
Fresh tomatoes from Mexico — which supplies about 70% of the U.S. tomato market — will face a 17.09% duty.
How the "big, beautiful bill" helps car buyers save money on taxes
The tax and spending bill signed into law by President Trump on July 4 includes a limited tax break for car buyers.
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Russia calls Trump's demand for Ukraine ceasefire in 50 days unacceptable
As Trump demands a deal to end the Ukraine war in 50 days, Russia's deputy foreign minister says "demands, especially ultimatums, are unacceptable."
Senate to move on Trump request to cut foreign aid, public media funding
Some senators have concerns as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act on the rescissions request.
Watch Live: Mike Waltz testifies at confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador
Waltz is expected to face questions for the first time about his role in a Signal chat in which top officials inadvertently disclosed sensitive details about a military strike.
Trump attending major energy and AI summit in Pittsburgh
A number of political leaders and big names from the tech and AI industries are expected to be there.
Trump admin. blocked from ending deportation protections for Afghans for now
An appeals court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from revoking deportation protections and work permits for thousands of people from Afghanistan.
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Nicotine pouch ingestions among children have surged, new study finds
The study, published Monday in the journal Pediatrics, found a 763% increase in the rate of reported nicotine pouch ingestions among children younger than 6 from 2020 to 2023.
FDA approves new blue food dye derived from gardenia fruit
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new blue color additive derived from the fruit of the gardenia, a flowering evergreen, for use in a variety of drinks and candies.
Disaster registry may offer false sense of security, disability advocates warn
Several states have registries to prioritize help for vulnerable residents in natural disasters. But many disability advocates say they endanger people with mobility problems by giving a false sense of security.
Plague kills Arizona resident, health officials say
The death in Coconino County, which includes Flagstaff, was the first recorded death from pneumonic plague since 2007, local officials said.
A 13-year-old had chest pains. He was "close to sudden cardiac death"
Micah Clayborne was diagnosed with Danon disease, a rare condition, after complaining of chest pains. He needed a heart transplant.
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Men sentenced to over 4 years in prison for cutting down iconic tree
Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers were sentenced to more than 4 years in prison for cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap Tree in a "deliberate and mindless" act.
Which countries could Trump hit with 100% tariffs over ties with Russia?
More than a dozen countries stand in the crosshairs of Trump's threat to impose 100% tariffs over their economic ties to Russia.
Russia calls Trump's demand for Ukraine ceasefire in 50 days unacceptable
As Trump demands a deal to end the Ukraine war in 50 days, Russia's deputy foreign minister says "demands, especially ultimatums, are unacceptable."
Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Putin rewards U.S. man with a Russian passport for spying in Ukraine
A Russian official says American Daniel Martindale has been rewarded with citizenship for spying on Ukraine, "by decree of our President Vladimir Putin."
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"CBS Mornings" reveals some Emmy nominees
"CBS Mornings" exclusively reveals the nominees in two Emmy categories, "Outstanding Reality Competition" and "Outstanding Talk Series." The 77th Emmy Awards will air on CBS on Sunday Sept. 14.
2025 Emmy nominations are announced
"Severance," "The White Lotus," "The Studio" and "Hacks" are among the shows expected to receive multiple nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
From the archives: Martin Cruz Smith on writing mysteries
Martin Cruz Smith, author of such bestsellers as "Gorky Park" and "Polar Star," died on July 11, 2025, at age 82. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired Oct. 20, 2002, Smith talked with correspondent Anthony Mason about how he continued writing mysteries featuring Moscow detective Arkady Renko, despite being blacklisted by the Soviet Union. He also discussed the "boring" aspects of writing, and the research he conducted in Japan for his novel "December 6," set in Tokyo on the eve of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
Unreleased Beyoncé music stolen in Atlanta after car break-in, police say
Unreleased music by Beyoncé was stolen from a vehicle in Atlanta last week as the singer was in town for her Cowboy Carter Tour, according to police.
Daniel Silva returns with new thriller
Author Daniel Silva joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his newest novel, a fast-paced international mystery filled with stolen treasure, murder, and secrets inside the Vatican.
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Nvidia says Trump admin. letting it sell advanced computer chips to China
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the Trump administration is letting it sell its advanced H20 computer chips to China — a reversal in policy.
Trump attending major energy and AI summit in Pittsburgh
A number of political leaders and big names from the tech and AI industries are expected to be there.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Court blocks FTC's "click-to-cancel" rule
A Federal Trade Commission rule that would have made it easier for Americans to cancel unwanted online subscriptions was set to go into effect Monday, but a federal appeals court struck it down last week. Shira Ovide, writer of the Tech Friend newsletter at the Washington Post, joins CBS News' "The Daily Report" with more.
Exploring the rise of OpenAI
Karen Hao joins "CBS Evening News Plus" to discuss her new book, "Empire of AI," which delves into the rise of Sam Altman and OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT.
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Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
Teenager wants to cure skin cancer with soap
Teenage scientist Heman Bekele's ultimate goal is to cure melanoma. After winning 3M's Young Scientist Challenge by inventing soap that can cure skin cancer, he caught the attention of Dr. Jay William Fox, associate director at the University of Virginia's cancer center.
How to vet scientific research
Cabells Publishing, a scholarly analytics company, has flagged more than 19,000 journals as potentially predatory. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains how to know if you're getting accurate information.
North America's oldest known pterosaur discovered in Arizona, researchers say
Researchers were able to date the fossil of the flying reptile, a close cousin of dinosaurs, back to more than 209 million years ago.
Inside the lab trying to change people's minds about sharks
Scientists at Oregon State University are working to change people's minds about sharks--and are learning more about the health of the ocean in the process.
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Beyonce's unreleased music stolen in Atlanta
Beyonce's unreleased music, footage, show plans and concert set lists for her "Cowboy Carter" tour were stolen from a rented car in Atlanta on July 8, police said. CBS News' Michael George has the latest details.
Unreleased Beyoncé music stolen in Atlanta after car break-in, police say
Unreleased music by Beyoncé was stolen from a vehicle in Atlanta last week as the singer was in town for her Cowboy Carter Tour, according to police.
Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini convicted in Lake Tahoe murder case
Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini has been found guilty in the murder of his father-in-law and the attempted murder of his mother-in-law at their home in Lake Tahoe more than four years ago.
Man gets 65 years in prison for killing woman whose daughter remains missing
Jose Morales, 48, was convicted by a jury of murder and evidence tampering in Christine Holloway's killing. Their baby daughter, Vanessa, disappeared at the time and remains missing.
Ex-Army officer pleads guilty to sharing classified war info on dating site
In exchange for David Slater's guilty plea in conspiring to transmit classified information about Russia's war with Ukraine on a foreign online dating platform, two other counts were dropped.
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Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Privately-funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
Mars rock could fetch millions at auction
A piece of Mars is going up for auction this week, and it could go for as much as $4 million.
Axiom space crew returns from historic trip
Astronauts from India, Poland, Hungary and the U.S. are returning from the International Space Station following the historic Axiom Mission 4 trip. CBS News' consultant Bill Harwood joins with more details.
Want to own a huge chunk of Mars? It'll likely cost you up to $4 million
A 54-pound meteorite from Mars is expected to fetch up to $4 million when it goes up for auction later this month at Sotheby's.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Waltz makes case to be U.N. ambassador
Mike Waltz, President Trump's former national security adviser, is testifying before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee as he vies to become the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.
The rise in body image concerns among kids
Dr. Sheryl Ziegler joins "CBS Morning" to talk about the rise in body image concerns among children as young as six and what parents can do to promote a healthy mindset during the crucial middle childhood years.
More on Senate rescissions package
Republican senators are pushing to meet a Friday deadline for the rescissions package under pressure from President Trump. CBS News' Taurean Small explains why they might struggle to do so.
Breaking down June inflation data
Consumer Price Index data for June emerged Tuesday, showing a 0.3% rise for the month and a 2.7% annual rate. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more from the White House.
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