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Season 8Episode 695

695 - The Shortage of Stimulant Medications for Kids with ADHD

Dec 4, 2023
11:46
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Episode Description

Stimulant medications can significantly increase the quality of life for kids with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Johns Hopkins psychiatrist Dr. Rheanna Platt talks with Dr. Josh Sharfstein about how a shortage of these meds is impacting patients and their families. They discuss what's behind the shortages and address questions about whether overuse of these drugs among adults is a contributor.

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