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A study suggests that ADHD drugs not only manage symptoms but also reduce risks of substance misuse, criminal behavior, and accidents, highlighting wider life benefits of treatment.
A Swedish study of nearly 150,000 individuals suggests that ADHD medication is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of suicidal behaviors, substance misuse, transport accidents, and criminality, highlighting potential benefits beyond core symptom management. Although not a randomized trial, the findings support the value of treatment in improving various life outcomes for people with ADHD.
The Hamilton County Health Department has issued a warning about a recent spike in non-fatal and fatal overdoses in young children due to illicit drug exposure, particularly fentanyl. The department advises proper precautions to reduce the risk of accidental overdose, including keeping naloxone in a place where it can be easily located in an emergency. Caretakers struggling with substance misuse can seek help by calling the Tennessee REDLINE. If a child is suspected to have been exposed to fentanyl or other opioids, naloxone should be administered if available and 911 should be called immediately.
A new study found that one in four students reported misusing prescription stimulants used to treat ADHD. Schools with the highest rates of teens using prescribed ADHD medications were 36% more likely to have students misuse prescription stimulants. Misuse of these medications can lead to health risks, including cardiac risks. Parents should talk with their children about substance use disorder, misusing medications, and experimentation.