Posted by SchoolDays Newshound on 07/03/2012. Tags: Parenting Kids Health
Research has found the youngest children in a classroom are most likely to be labelled as suffering from attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
A
study conducted by scientists at the University of British Columbia and published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal revealed youngsters with birthdays at the end of the school year have a greater chance of being diagnosed with the condition.
Those who are almost 12 months younger than their peers were 39 per cent more likely to be identified as suffering from ADHD and 48 per cent more likely to be treated with medication.
Lead author Richard Morrow of the University of British Columbia said: "Our study suggests younger, less mature children are inappropriately being labelled and treated.
"It is important not to expose children to potential harms from unnecessary diagnosis and use of medications."
Common symptoms of ADHD include a short attention span, constant fidgeting, restlessness and being easily distracted.
Written by Donal Walsh
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