New research suggests that free drug samples given to kids may actually harm them.
The study involved 10,295 children and adolescents from the 2004 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey. It found that almost one in 20 US kids received free drugs samples in 2004. The researchers also found that some of these free samples were unsafe for children.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder-Causes-Symptoms-Diagnosis-Treatment-FAQ
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder that affects normal behavior and impairs the ability to concentrate.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder that affects normal behavior and impairs the ability to concentrate.
"New medications are frequently released before their safety profile is fully understood, and samples tend to be newer medications. Free samples encourage the casual use of medications in our children before enough is known about potential harm," said lead author Sarah Cutrona, a physician at Cambridge Health Alliance.
The study is published in the October 2008 issue of Pediatrics.
Exposure to Smoking in Prenatal Stage Increases ADHD Risk in Children
Some expectant mothers who smoke during pregnancy may be exposing their baby to the risk of the attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a study
Some expectant mothers who smoke during pregnancy may be exposing their baby to the risk of the attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a study
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No Gender Difference in Aggressive Behavior Patterns
A new study published in the journal, Child Development., has revealed that both boys and girls are equally guilty of indirect aggressive social behavior.
A new study published in the journal, Child Development., has revealed that both boys and girls are equally guilty of indirect aggressive social behavior.
Difficulty in Identifying Smells Could Indicate ADHD in Children
Children finding it difficult to identify smells could develop Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Children finding it difficult to identify smells could develop Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
