Drugs have been an easy solution to the problem of ADHD, but it's become so ubiquitous that in many cases it is ineffective and inappropriate, at least alone. A holistic approach is needed, but this is more expensive and time consuming, without the quick fix feel that drugs have to offer.
I'm sorry BBC, I love you, but Adderall worked miracles for me; I've become a much better person on it. And head-shrinkers did shit. Maybe if I could find a good one it'd be a solution, but who can afford that shit? I'm not all bougie like that. I have a $5 copay a month on Adderall, and I think the shrink was $50 dollars a week... not to mention if I'm running low on cash I can sell that shit to my peers and get like 30 packs of Ramen per pill - Yay $3!
Drugs have been an easy solution to the problem of ADHD, but it's become so ubiquitous that in many cases it is ineffective and inappropriate, at least alone. A holistic approach is needed, but this is more expensive and time consuming, without the quick fix feel that drugs have to offer.
From the page: Treating children who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder with drugs is not effective in the long-term, research has shown.
A study obtained by the BBC's Panorama programme says drugs such as Ritalin and Concerta work no better than therapy after three years of treatment.
The findings by an influential US study also suggested long-term use of the drugs could stunt children's growth.
Why am I not surprised? And what are the chances this will actually lead to a change in policy?
