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Science News for August 17, 2003


Severity of ADHD in children increases risk of drug use in adolescence

A study found that children with severe attention problems in childhood are more likely to develop substance abuse issues, particularly alcohol and marijuana problems. The researchers suggest that early identification and treatment of ADHD can help prevent these issues by targeting the root cause of inattention symptoms.

SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalJournal of Abnormal Psychology·DateAug 17, 2003

Severe childhood ADHD may predict alcohol, substance use problems in teen years

A study found that teenagers with severe childhood ADHD are more likely to experience substance use problems, including alcohol and marijuana use. The researchers also discovered that the severity of inattention symptoms in childhood ADHD is a strong predictor of early substance abuse.

SourceNIH/National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism·JournalJournal of Abnormal Psychology·DateAug 17, 2003
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