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Disease Drugs
By: Mike G. Figueroa De Jess
Dr. Encarnacin
Introduction
The diagnosis of ADHD has generated controversy surrounding
who are diagnosed with this disorder are treated with drugs
that can harm them; physically and emotionally.
State of a Problem
It has been proven that sixty-three common conditions can
Research Question
What effects do drugs used to treat ADHD can
cause to children, and is it possible to prove that
ADHD is a real disease?
ADHD Drugs
Effects of Drugs
For many children, ADHD medications reduce hyperactivity
and impulsivity and improve the ability to concentrate, work
and learn. The medications may also improve physical
coordination. However, stimulants can increase brain
dopamine in a rapid and highly amplified manner,disrupting
normal communication between brain cells, producing
euphoria, and increasing the risk of addiction. Stimulants have
been abused for both "performance enhancement". In the first
case, suppress appetite (to facilitate weight loss), increased
wakefulness, and increase focus and attention. Should keep in
mind the complications of this method of use that can lead to
side-effect and long-term harmful effects.
Side-Effects of Drugs
The most commonly reported side effects are loss of appetite,
sleep problems, anxiety, and irritability. Some children also
Evident Data
After years of persistence, Dr. Baughman finally
managed to make these groups recognize that
there is NO objective validation for ADHD. Today,
the National Institute of Health states, "We have no
independent and valid test for ADHD, and there are
no data to indicate that ADHD is due to brain
dysfunction."
Thesis Statement
Since psychiatrists have not been able to prove that
ADHD is a real brain disease, children should not be
given this type of medication. Doctors should search for
another way to help correct the behaviors that are
considered to be provoked by this disease.
Data Collection
My data collection is based on internet searches,
books, also including the library of the Universidad
del Turabo.
Conclusion
Certainly there are children who misbehave at school and at home.
Some children may never learn to control. There are others who are
References
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Lawrence Robinson, Melinda Smith, M.A., Jeanne Segal, Ph.D., and Damon Ramsey,
MD. Last updated: May 2013.(By http://www.helpguide.org)