Author Question: Concerns about giving children medications to manage symptoms of ADHD are largely associated with ... (Read 41 times)

ts19998 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Concerns about giving children medications to manage symptoms of ADHD are largely associated with their tendency to

1. Cause drowsiness and contribute to poor school performance.
2. Lead to drug abuse and dependence.
3. Promote higher levels of hyperactivity because of their stimulant effect.
4. Suppress the appetite, which can lead to growth retardation.

Question 2

Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine) and pemoline (Cylert) are sometimes used to treat

1. Anxiety.
2. ADHD.
3. Bipolar disorder.
4. Depression.
5. Schizophrenia.