Victor, a fifth-grade student, has been diagnosed with ADHD. Medication is one treatment alternative being discussed with his family. You know that despite the apparent effectiveness of medication for most students with ADHD, this is a controversial issue. Why is the prescription of medication for students with ADHD controversial?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer should include key points, including: students do not consistently take their medication, students may share medication/endanger other students, proper dosage may be difficult to establish, dosages high enough to cause improvement in behavior may negatively affect a student's learning, students may experience side effects like suppressing weight/height gain, and a concern the child may be predisposed to future drug use.
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