Stanford Study Uncovers Major Flaw in How U.S. Doctors Treat ADHD in Young Children

A study shows that many preschoolers with ADHD are prescribed medication too soon, contrary to pediatric guidelines recommending behavioral therapy first. A new study led by Stanford Medicine reveals that many preschool-aged children diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder are given medication almost immediately after their diagnosis, even though this goes against the recommendations of the [...]

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