A new study reveals that while medications for ADHD may slightly increase blood pressure and pulse rates in children, the overall benefits of these drugs surpass the risks. Conducted by researchers from the University of Southampton, the study assesses the risk-benefit ratio, finding it reassuring. Boosts in academic performance and decreased mortality risk were highlighted as significant benefits, despite ongoing discussions about cardiovascular safety. In the UK, ADHD affects approximately 3-5% of the population, underscoring the importance of effective treatment options that balance benefits with potential side effects.
Prof Samuele Cortese, the senior lead author of the study, from the University of Southampton, stated that the overall risk-benefit ratio of ADHD medications is reassuring, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring despite minor health impacts.
The study indicates that ADHD medications lead to small increases in blood pressure and pulse rates, but the benefits—such as improved academic performance and reduced mortality risks—outweigh these concerns.
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