Taking ADHD Medications Does Not Raise Substance Misuse Risk, Study Finds

New research published in JAMA Psychiatry has found that youth who are prescribed stimulants to treat their ADHD are not more likely to become addicted to drugs later in life.

July 6, 2023 Today's top story Taking ADHD Medications Does Not Raise Substance Misuse Risk, Study Finds New research published in JAMA Psychiatry has found that youth who are prescribed stimulants to treat their ADHD are not more likely to become addicted to drugs later in life. Read on       Pete Davidson Checks Into Rehab for PTSD, Other Mental Health Issues Read ON   Building Lean Muscle May Help Decrease Risk of Alzheimer's Disease Read ON   No Ketone Drinks Won't Help Your Work Out Read ON   More top Reads       Advertisement Healthy meal prep, simplified with Green Chef Menu variety for plant-powered choices, balanced living, keto, and paleo diets. GET STARTED

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