Kids As Young As 4 Can Be Diagnosed, Treated For ADHD

The most controversial part of the new advice is its endorsement of medication, such as Ritalin and Vyvanse, to treat even 4- and 5-year-olds with moderate-to-severe problems when behavioral therapy falls short. Read More...

Read the complete post at http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2011/10/17/141414025/kids-as-young-as-4-can-be-diagnosed-treated-for-adhd?ft=1&f=103537970


Posted Oct 17 2011, 06:32 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog