Younger Kids In Class May Be Overdiagnosed With ADHD

Younger kids in a classroom appear more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD. Researchers suggest the findings show a bias that penalizes slightly younger kids for acting their age. Read More...

Read the complete post at http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2010/08/17/129255572/a-second-thought-on-the-accuracy-of-adhd-diagnosis-in-kids?ft=1&f=103537970


Posted Aug 17 2010, 12:54 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog