Adult Adhd Statistics
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Stimulant Medications and Heart Risks
All ADHD stimulant drugs carry warnings that they should not be used by patients with structural heart problems or pre-existing heart conditions (high blood pressure, heart failure, heart rhythm disturbances, or congenital heart disease). These drugs have been associated with sudden death in children with heart problems. They have also been associated with sudden death, stroke, and heart attack in adults with a history of heart disease. The...
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New Definition Might Make Adult ADHD Easier to Diagnose
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How ADHD Symptoms Manifest in Adults
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ADHD at Work
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Tips for Success in Adult Relationships with ADHD
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