ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has become an increasingly common diagnosis for children and teens in recent years. It is typical for those who suffer from this condition to be prescribed medication to help deal with trouble focusing on tasks or paying attention during school. While these types of drugs are aimed to help someone with this condition function with greater ability, new studies pose serious concerns about such medication. Researchers from McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School looked into what exactly the potential long term effects of these drugs are, according to AJC News.
If you are diagnosed with ADHD you will most likely be prescribed medication from one of two drug classes, amphetamines or methylphenidates. Well known brand names of amphetamines are Adderall and Vyvanse. Meanwhile, methylphenidates are known by their brand names Ritalin or Concerta. They are all aimed to allow for better focus and concentration. However, the recent research done upon these prescription medications shows a link to psychosis.
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