Research Notes on ADHD and Teens
Symptom of ADHD may appear to be less severe as the child grows older, but, in most cases, they do persist. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 80 percent of those who required medication for ADHD as children still need it as teenagers. Activities such as sports, drama and debate teams can be good places to channel excess energy and develop friendships. Talk to your pediatrician if your teenager shows signs of severe problems, such as depression, drug abuse or gang-related activities.1
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Top Resources on ADHD and Teens
- ADDvance: Information for Teens with ADD (ADHD) and their Parents | If You Suspect That Your Teen May Have ADD (ADHD)
- New York Online Access to Health: ADD/ADHD in Teens
- Concerta: Talking to Your Teen About ADHD
- American Academy of Family Physicians (via Medem): ADHD and Teens
- PsychCentral: Teen ADHD Ups Risk for Eating Disorders (Mar. 14, 2008)
- Child Development Institute: Your Teenager with ADHD
- Medical News Today: Better Treatment For Teen Drivers With ADHD (Sep. 7, 2006)
- ADHD Info: Teens and ADHD
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Research Notes References
- ↑ American Academy of Family Physicians (via Medem): ADHD and Teens
- ↑ ADHD Info: Teens and ADHD
- ↑ Child Development Institute: Your Teenager with ADHD
- ↑ ADDvance: If You Suspect That Your Teen May Have ADD (ADHD)
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