In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore the biology and psychology of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and discuss both prescription and non-prescription treatment options. I discuss the neural circuits involved in attention and concentration, emphasizing dopamine's role in regulating and coordinating focus. I explain how common prescription stimulants like Ritalin, Adderall, and Modafinil act on the brain to treat ADHD, and discuss non-drug approaches, including supplements and behavioral training to support focus. The episode offers tools and insights beneficial not only for those with ADHD but for anyone seeking to improve attention and focus.Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com.Thank you to our sponsorsAG1: https://drinkag1.com/hubermanEight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/hubermanJoovv: https://joovv.com/hubermanTimestamps00:00:00 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)00:01:10 ADHD Challenges, Attention, Impulsivity, Hyperfocus, Time Perception, Working Memory00:05:22 Sponsor: Eight Sleep00:07:03 Dopamine & Focus; Default Mode Network & Task Network00:11:57 ADHD & Low-Dopamine Hypothesis, Stimulants, Sugar00:16:15 ADHD Prescriptions, Ritalin, Adderall, Stimulants00:18:05 Sponsor: Joovv00:19:18 Children, Learning to Focus & ADHD Prescriptions00:22:26 Attentional Blinks, Tool: Improve Focus, Open-Monitoring, Panoramic Vision00:26:28 Blinking, Dopamine & Time Perception, Tool: Visual Focus Training00:30:39 Sponsor: AG100:32:16 Ritalin, Adderall, Modafinil, Side Effects, Tapering00:34:05 Omega-3 Fatty Acids, EPA, DHA & Attention Effects; Phosphatidylserine00:36:01 Modafinil, Armodafinil00:36:51 Acetylcholine, Alpha-GPC00:38:55 L-Tyrosine, Dopamine, Preexisting Conditions & Caution00:39:51 Smartphones & Focus, Tool: Limiting Smartphone Use00:41:56 Recap & Key TakeawaysDisclaimer & DisclosuresLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices