A study that was published in the Journal of Pediatrics claims to have documented a possible connection between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and nicotine dependence.

"Results showed that 69 percent of the participants with ADHD had smoked, and 41 percent were current smokers, only 44 percent of control participants had smoked, and only 17 percent were current smokers."

In addition, those with ADHD started smoking 18 months sooner than those who did not have the disorder. The reason for the connection is not yet clear, but parents of children with ADHD should be aware of it, and should be talking to their children about the dangers of smoking. Source: Modern Medicine

Labels: smoking, nicotine

Posted By: Aspen Education Group