Socioeconomic Indicators Predictor of ADHD Medication

A large study (1 millon school-aged children) in Sweden indicated that social problems and adversity such as low maternal education, single parent homes and poverty are all significant risk factors in the development of ADHD. 

Medication is often the only treatment given to children.  Medication can be helpful but it's not the whole picture.  This study indicates there are multiple psychosocial stressors contributing to ADHD.  Family psychotherapy and behavioral treatments can provide a more comprehensive approach to treatment. 

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