Does your child still need ADHD meds?

(CNN) UPDATED 2009-08-05

Drugs to treat ADHD are often the frontline treatment for children, but experts say many parents struggle to know how long their kids should remain on the medications. In this story from CNN, reporters talk to parents, students, and doctors about what factors should be considered before choosing to take a "medication vacation." Read full story >

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