Stimulants, methylphenidate and dexamphetamine, are the most widely prescribed drugs for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Drug treatment has few short-term risks if patients are adequately evaluated and monitored. Damage with long-term treatment is still unknown.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neuropsychiatric disorder that has attracted the public interest. Often associated with other behavioral or emotional problems, it is characterized by hyperactivity, difficulty concentrating, impulsiveness, and inadequate inattention to the child's mental age.
