This Morning With Gordon Deal This Weekend with Gordon Deal November 29, 2025
Nov 29, 2025
Betsy McKay, a Senior writer at The Wall Street Journal, dives into the intricate relationship between ADHD medication and the increased likelihood of patients being prescribed additional psychiatric drugs. Molly McHugh Johnson, a Google Trends expert, highlights the top trends for holiday shopping, showcasing AI-powered features in Google Search and the Gemini app designed to enhance consumer experiences. Meanwhile, Charles Passy from MarketWatch discusses the unexpected surge in intercity bus ridership during the Thanksgiving period.
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ADHD Prescriptions Can Trigger Drug Cascades
- Millions of children prescribed ADHD stimulants later receive additional psychiatric drugs over years.
- Science lacks clear evidence on how multiple psychotropic combinations affect developing brains.
Weigh Risks Before Adding Psychiatric Drugs
- Parents often face a hard choice between classroom struggles and starting stimulants for ADHD.
- Consider benefits and long-term risks before adding medications and ask about non-pharmacologic options.
A Patient's Multi-Decade Medication Journey
- Danielle began ADHD meds at age 7 after school concerns and cycled through many prescriptions.
- By her late 20s she had tried 14 psychiatric drugs and struggles with antidepressant withdrawal.