Cold Brew safe for 8th grader?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How about switching to a medication with dosage you can monitor and control, instead of it's only her veins with whatever blocks the cravings temporarily?

Not OP but my ADHD kid has had terrible side effects with the various medications he’s tried. I’m a-ok with him having a coffee and think it’s probably better long-term than the meds anyway.

[Anonymous]

I think its more the constant exhaustion that is a concern, not so much the coffee intake. That could be a sign of something more serious.

[Anonymous]

Yes this is very normal for unmedicated adhd kids.

[Anonymous]

No!!!! Do you really have to ask

[Anonymous]

"Beverages with caffeine and other stimulants, such as coffee and energy drinks, are also popular, despite evidence suggesting there is no safe amount of caffeine for children under 18 years and it can contribute to poor sleep quality, increased blood pressure, depressive moods, and anxiety."

https://globalhealth.duke.edu/news/nutrition-experts-urge-kids-stay-away-sugary-drinks-caffeine

[Anonymous]

My son, who has ADHD but had not yet been diagnosed, started drinking coffee in middle school. Started medication freshman year. He still drinks coffee because he enjoys it but the medication helps a lot more.

[Anonymous]

Buttocks

[Anonymous]

man we used to have 12 year olds chainsmoking at the factory but now mom has to ask if its okay for them to drink coffee

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My 12yo sometimes drinks a latte and claims it helps him focus as well. He only has one every couple of weeks but likely would love to every morning. What is the issue with caffeine - is it harmful when still in a growth phase? What is the big issue if it’s not causing the 8th grader to have sleep issues or side effects? It does seem early but just curious what the big deal is…

Omg

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