Thomas, Karen.
Take Behavioral Drugs with a Grain of Knowledge. / Karen Thomas. - Gannett News Service (Syndicate), 2002. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Article 21. Health, 1522-323X; .
Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Originally Published: Take Behavioral Drugs with a Grain of Knowledge, July 15, 2002; pp. n.p..
"As estimated 5 million to 6 million U.S. children are currently taking at least one psychiatric drug. Doctors agree that these drugs bring much-needed help to kids with severe problems, but there is continuing debate over whether drugs are being overprescribed to treat inappropriate cases or to pacify children who are simply badly behaved. With side effects ranging from sedation to tics, and long-term effects on kids' brains still unknown, 'cautious and careful assessments' are a must, says Tom Kobylshi, professor of psychiatry at Georgetown University." (USA TODAY) This article focuses on the need for parents to understand the side effects of having their children take drugs for ADHD.
1522-323X;
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Behavior disorders in children--Treatment.
Drugs--Side effects.
Ritalin.
AC1.S5
050
Take Behavioral Drugs with a Grain of Knowledge. / Karen Thomas. - Gannett News Service (Syndicate), 2002. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Article 21. Health, 1522-323X; .
Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Originally Published: Take Behavioral Drugs with a Grain of Knowledge, July 15, 2002; pp. n.p..
"As estimated 5 million to 6 million U.S. children are currently taking at least one psychiatric drug. Doctors agree that these drugs bring much-needed help to kids with severe problems, but there is continuing debate over whether drugs are being overprescribed to treat inappropriate cases or to pacify children who are simply badly behaved. With side effects ranging from sedation to tics, and long-term effects on kids' brains still unknown, 'cautious and careful assessments' are a must, says Tom Kobylshi, professor of psychiatry at Georgetown University." (USA TODAY) This article focuses on the need for parents to understand the side effects of having their children take drugs for ADHD.
1522-323X;
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Behavior disorders in children--Treatment.
Drugs--Side effects.
Ritalin.
AC1.S5
050