Parents Worry ADHD Drug Use Leads to Future Illegal Drug Abuse

By sending their kids the message that it's ok to use drugs to solve problems, parents who dole out medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are afraid that their kids will become drug abusers in the future. Research shows that when ADHD medications are used properly, they can actually reduce the risks of drug and alcohol use as the child grows into a young adult. In contrast, when ADHD goes untreated, it sets children up for more problems as they begin to face adolescent problems and pressures. Read more of Dr. Rachel Bryant's article online now.