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Story summary
- A University of Otago study shows rising risks of medication overdoses among children with ADHD.
- Over the past decade, accidental poisonings have surged, with over 72% involving children under 15.
- Common medications such as Ritalin and clonidine are frequently implicated.
- 60% of poisonings were accidental, with 39% due to intentional misuse.
- Further, ADHD medications may slightly affect growth, necessitating regular health checkups to manage weight and height changes.
