The ADHD Skills Lab

The Doctor is in... ADHD Meds & Heart Risk: Research Recap with an Epidemiologist

Oct 14, 2024
Dr. Fred Hooven, a Professor of Public Health and epidemiologist, dives into the intriguing connection between ADHD medications and heart health. He tackles the dual findings that some medications may heighten heart disease risks while simultaneously lowering early death rates. The conversation also covers essential study designs and highlights the importance of tailored patient discussions before treatment. With insights from Swedish research, Dr. Hooven emphasizes how lifestyle factors and pre-treatment screenings play crucial roles in safeguarding cardiovascular health.
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