HealthDay (6/8, Norton) reports that research suggests “AD/HD medications might help lessen the risk of suicide in children with serious behavioral issues.” Investigators “found that medications like Ritalin [methylphenidate] and Adderall [amphetamine-dextroamphetamine], commonly prescribed for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), were linked to a lower risk of suicidal behavior among 9- and 10-year-olds with substantial ‘externalizing’ symptoms.” The findings were published in JAMA Network Open.
Related Links:
— “ADHD Meds May Help Keep Some Kids From Thoughts of Suicide ” Amy Norton, HealthDay, June 8, 2021