Drugs for ADHD "Not the Answer"

(BBC News) Treating children who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with drugs is not effective in the long-term, research has shown.

A study obtained by the BBC's Panorama programme says drugs such as Ritalin and Concerta work no better than therapy after three years of treatment.

The findings by an influential US study also suggested long-term use of the drugs could stunt children's growth.

It said that the benefits of drugs had previously been exaggerated.

Department of Health Statement: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/panorama/7090463.stm

The complete BBC News article: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7090011.stm