Use of Antipsychotics in Children is Criticized - Nov. 2008-Powerful antipsychotic medicines are being used far too cavalierly in children, and federal drug regulators must do more to warn doctors of their substantial risks, a panel of federal drug experts said Tuesday. To View Full Article: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/19/health/policy/19fda.html?_r=2
Children With ADHD Should Get Heart Tests Before Treatment With Stimulant Drugs. ScienceDaily (Apr. 23, 2008) — Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) should get careful cardiac evaluation and monitoring -- including an electrocardiogram (ECG) -- before treatment with stimulant drugs, a new American Heart Association statement recommends. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/04/080421170219.htm
ScienceDaily (May 23, 2008) — A properly supervised trial eliminating colours and preservatives from the diet of hyperactive children should considered a part of the standard treatment, says an editorial in the British Medical Journal. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/05/080522210010.htm
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