"Surge in ADHD Medication Use Among Adults During Pandemic Sparks Shortages"

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in new prescriptions for ADHD treatments among adults, contributing to ongoing shortages of these medications. Telemedicine made it easier for adults to seek help, and the shift to remote work made some individuals more aware of their own ADHD symptoms. The increased demand for ADHD medications, combined with manufacturing issues, has led to shortages, causing frustration for both doctors and patients. The shortage of ADHD drugs is part of a larger trend of drug shortages in the U.S., including cancer treatments, with predicting demand and production limitations contributing to the problem.