The Debate Continues

In the wake of a recent statement by the American Heart Association that kids on ADHD medication should get an EKG to rule out heart problems, doctors on both sides of the argument have voiced their opinions. While some agree with the recommended preventative measure, others aren't so sure.

"...some physicians have balked at the EKG recommendation, saying that half of the children who died [due to ADHD medication-related heart problems] took unintentional overdoses of the drugs. And even the American Heart Association points out that ADHD medications haven't been shown to cause heart conditions or sudden cardiac death."

While the medications don't cause heart conditions, they can aggravate existing conditions. Parents need to determine what they think is best for their child and act accordingly. Source: Orlando Sentinel

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