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Are We Misdiagnosing Immaturity as ADHD?

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Perhaps pills shouldn’t be the go-to panacea.
Annie Holmquist | March 10, 2016

When it comes to hyperactivity disorders such as ADHD, there’s no debate that diagnoses are on the rise amongst America’s youth.

What is debated, however, is the best way to treat ADHD.

Until recently, it seemed that thrusting a pill at children was the standard treatment. But more experts are beginning to wonder if some ADHD cases can be reduced through efforts like behavioral modification therapy. Others are wondering if children just need time to grow and mature.

A new study in The Journal of Pediatrics seems to lend support to this idea.

https://www.intellectualtakeout.org/blog/are-we-misdiagnosing-immaturity-adhd