PRO-SCIENCE
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- Overall, we rate ADDitude Magazine as Pro-Science due to its commitment to providing evidence-based information on ADHD and related conditions. The publication is rated High for factual reporting, reflecting its rigorous editorial standards and reliance on expert-reviewed content.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: PRO-SCIENCE (-0.9)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.0)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Magazine
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1998, ADDitude Magazine is a quarterly magazine and website about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD ADHD). The official website for ADDitude magazine was launched in April 2007. According to their about page, “ADDitude is the world’s most trusted resource for families and adults living with ADHD and related conditions, and for the professionals who work with them.”
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Funded by / Ownership
ADDitude is owned by WebMD Health Corp., which is part of Internet Brands, a company under the umbrella of private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR). Revenue streams include magazine subscriptions, advertising (with pharmaceutical ads comprising less than 10% of total impressions), sales of ebooks, and fees for certificates of attendance for webinars. The magazine is available in both print and digital formats, with digital subscriptions offered through platforms like the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Analysis / Bias
In review, ADDitude publishes basic information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for Attention Deficit disorders and related conditions. Articles and headlines are typically not emotional, such as this: What is Sensory Processing Sensitivity? Traits, Insights, and ADHD Links. All articles reviewed were either properly sourced from credible outlets, written by experts, or reviewed by their “Medical Advisory Panel, which is comprised of board-certified physicians and psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, professors, scientific researchers, therapists, and other experts in ADHD and its comorbid conditions.”
While the magazine has historically included discussions on alternative treatments, recent content reflects a stronger alignment with mainstream scientific consensus. Articles now consistently present alternative therapies with appropriate caveats regarding their efficacy and the current state of research. This shift indicates a move toward a more pro-science editorial stance, focusing on treatments and strategies supported by empirical evidence.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate ADDitude Magazine as Pro-Science due to its commitment to providing evidence-based information on ADHD and related conditions. The publication is rated High for factual reporting, reflecting its rigorous editorial standards and reliance on expert-reviewed content. (2/17/2021) Updated (04/28/2025)
Source: https://www.additudemag.com/
Last Updated on April 28, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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