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ADHD

May 7, 2008

AHA: Children Should Have Hearts Checked before Starting ADHD Medicine

“This includes taking a very through family history, asking if there are any sudden deaths under the age of 30 or 35”

The American Heart Association says children should have their heart's checked before starting medications for attention deficit hyperactivity disorders. via KSDK-TV Saint Louis

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