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Ep 4: Are We Overmedicating Kids?

Raising Parents with Emily Oster

CHAPTER

Navigating ADHD and Mental Health in Children

This chapter examines the surge in ADHD, anxiety, and depression diagnoses among children and teens, driven by social media and self-diagnostic trends. It critiques the over-medication of youth, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of normal childhood behavior versus clinical diagnosis. The discussion highlights the societal shift toward pathologizing typical behaviors and the importance of addressing underlying stressors in children's lives.

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