Can Giving Kids Stimulants for ADHD Make Them Heavier Later in Life?
It’s no secret that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder stimulants may suppress the appetite. According to the Cleveland Clinic, possible side effects include decreased appetite (which affects approximately 80 percent of people taking stimulants) and weight loss. However, what about the flip side of the coin – are there possible associations between ADHD stimulants and weight gain?
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