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ADHD Medicine: A Brief Summary

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I found many similarities in Dr. Nissen's view towards ADHD medicine and the risks it brings. I believe that there is an extremely high number of ADHD diagnosis, the article supports my belief by describing that stimulant use has risen greatly in recent years and goes on to state that in 2006 there were 2.5 million children taking stimulants for ADHD in America. I also believe that ADHD medicine can put you at risk for long-term health problems such as heart-related issues. The article supports this theory of long-term health issues especially cardiovascular risks. The stimulants in ADHD medicine effect the cardiovascular and central nervous system, they cause an increase in heart rate and blood pressure. Also the article states that the committee
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