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The Pros And Cons Of ADHD

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ADHD What is attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder? ADHD is a mental disorder that begins in childhood, but can continue throughout adolescence and even into adulthood. According to a survey conducted by the CDC in 2003, 7.8% and 9.5% of U.S. children were diagnosed with ADHD by their healthcare providers. About 1 in 5 high school boys and 1 in 11 high school girls, 11 percent, have been reported by parents saying that they received treatment for ADHD. One of the main controversies surrounding ADHD is whether or not parents should allow their children to take medication for it. While one side of this debate is in agreement that parents should allow their kids to take medication, the opposition on the other hand argues that the taking of
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