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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The fact that the medication does not help academic outcomes is mind blowing to me. Why take it especially with all the side effects?[/quote]

The side effects aren't bad for all kids and the effect behavioral issues can have on a kids life is barely discussed in the article. [/quote]

Agreed! My DS told me that if he hadn't gone on meds in elementary school he may not have even made it to graduation. I agree that environment can have a big impact, but if your kid can't complete a task (or even start it), disrupts the class by being off task, and is just generally impulsive they aren't going to be successful in school. No, the meds don't make you learn better or smarter, but often give you an opportunity to learn within your ability. Many children with ADHD are ostracized because of these things. Yes, they may be fun to play with, but parents shy away from kids exhibiting these behaviors. I'm grateful we did the medication route. My DS ended up at a great college and is a fully functioning independent adult with an excellent job. FYI he stopped taking medication after college and with maturity and working in a field of great interest to him, he doesn't need them. [/quote]

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