ADHD brains show structural differences in new MRI study
Study reveals structural differences in ADHD brains using advanced MRI techniques.
Why it matters
- This study provides clearer evidence of structural differences in ADHD brains, which could help with earlier diagnosis and personalized treatments.
By the numbers
- 14 non-ADHD volunteers for control template
- 178 typically developing children
- 116 children with ADHD
The big picture
- The traveling-subject method could improve the reliability of MRI studies, helping to understand neurodivergent conditions better.
What they're saying
- Comments suggest that neurodivergent conditions might be different types of brain wiring rather than defects.
Caveats
- The study has limitations in sample size and generalizability.
What’s next
- Further validation on a larger scale and potential applications in diagnosis and treatment.