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June 2017 PMID 28295312

Young adult outcomes in the follow-up of the multimodal treatment study of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: symptom persistence, source discrepancy, and height suppression.

James M Swanson, L Eugene Arnold, Brooke S G Molina, Margaret H Sibley, Lily T Hechtman, Stephen P Hinshaw, Howard B Abikoff, Annamarie Stehli, Elizabeth B Owens, John T Mitchell, Quyen Nichols, Andrea Howard, Laurence L Greenhill, Betsy Hoza, Jeffrey H Newcorn

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What people are saying

The discussions revolve around concerns that ADHD medications might stunt children's growth, with examples like references to the long-term follow-up studies showing height suppression without symptom reduction, and comments labeling medication as a possible 'height suppressant' or 'stunting,' illustrating a tone of skepticism and warning. The choice of words like 'permanent stunting' and phrases like 'dope pushers' contribute to an emotional tone that emphasizes skepticism and concern.

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Most discussions highlight concerns about the potential negative effects of ADHD medication, especially regarding growth suppression, indicating some disagreement with the notion that medication is entirely safe and effective.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions demonstrate moderate interest, focusing on long-term effects like growth stunting and questioning treatment efficacy, which attract concern but lack detailed exploration.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by referencing studies, sharing personal opinions, and raising questions about long-term outcomes, reflecting thoughtful involvement along with some superficial comments.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions seem to aim at raising awareness about the potential risks of ADHD medications, which could influence perceptions or policy considerations, though their direct impact on change appears limited.

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Dr. Roger McFillin
@DrMcFillin · X

https://t.co/eJ8IefD1K8

Sep 11, 2023 · 8 likes · 1 share · 39,183 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

@joannamoncrieff @MailOnline What we do know about long-term treatment of children, according to the MTA study: "Within naturalistic subgroups of ADHD cases, extended use of medication was associated with suppression of adult height but not with reduction of symptom severity." https://t.co/j8aumgNZON

Jul 10, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 2,142 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

This is very true. Other things that stunt children's height: prolonged periods of extreme stress (such as physical or sexual abuse), starvation, repeated infection.... https://t.co/j8aumgNZON https://t.co/Awuwoiw2aW

May 3, 2022 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 2,142 followers View post →
jesse meadows
@slug_town · X

here's the 16-year follow-up. this initial study is THE one that everyone quotes as showing stimulants are most effective. But the follow-ups don't actually support that. https://t.co/5dcXVveKk0

Apr 18, 2021 · 4 likes · 1,627 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

Young adult outcomes in the follow-up of the multimodal treatment study of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder… https://t.co/j8aumgNZON Something the dope pushers of twitter won't tell you: ADHD meds can suppress your child's height.

Nov 28, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 2,142 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

@Through_Leaves @AllenFrancesMD Not to mention long term medications don't actually seem to work and seem to stunt growth: https://t.co/B4LlgvMN80

Aug 19, 2021 · 3 likes · 2,142 followers View post →

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Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

@_daisystacey_ See this study for example: https://t.co/j8aumgNZON https://t.co/AzwpNq98Am

Mar 4, 2024 · 1 like · 2,142 followers View post →
Dr. Roger McFillin
@DrMcFillin · X

https://t.co/eJ8IefD1K8

Sep 11, 2023 · 8 likes · 1 share · 39,183 followers View post →
Jenn030303
@Jenn030303 · X

#ADHD drugs and Kids growth

Jul 12, 2023 · 1 like · 892 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

@joannamoncrieff @MailOnline What we do know about long-term treatment of children, according to the MTA study: "Within naturalistic subgroups of ADHD cases, extended use of medication was associated with suppression of adult height but not with reduction of symptom severity." https://t.co/j8aumgNZON

Jul 10, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 2,142 followers View post →
Harriet Vogt
@shvogt · X

RT @HenryRunamucker: @shvogt @chrisaikenmd I think delayed growth is putting it kindly. Seems more like permanent stunting: "Within natural…

Jan 3, 2023 · 1 share · 4,251 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

@shvogt @chrisaikenmd I think delayed growth is putting it kindly. Seems more like permanent stunting: "Within naturalistic subgroups of ADHD cases, extended use of medication was associated with suppression of adult height but not with reduction of symptom severity." https://t.co/j8aumgOxEl

Jan 3, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,142 followers View post →
Alyne Duthie
@DuthieAlyne · X

RT @HenryRunamucker: This is very true. Other things that stunt children's height: prolonged periods of extreme stress (such as physical or…

May 3, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,921 followers View post →
recovery&renewal
@recover2renew · X

RT @HenryRunamucker: This is very true. Other things that stunt children's height: prolonged periods of extreme stress (such as physical or…

May 3, 2022 · 3 shares · 4,163 followers View post →
Wren Cage
@_eleven13_ · X

RT @HenryRunamucker: This is very true. Other things that stunt children's height: prolonged periods of extreme stress (such as physical or…

May 3, 2022 · 3 shares · 2,762 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

This is very true. Other things that stunt children's height: prolonged periods of extreme stress (such as physical or sexual abuse), starvation, repeated infection.... https://t.co/j8aumgNZON https://t.co/Awuwoiw2aW

May 3, 2022 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 2,142 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

@Through_Leaves @AllenFrancesMD Not to mention long term medications don't actually seem to work and seem to stunt growth: https://t.co/B4LlgvMN80

Aug 19, 2021 · 3 likes · 2,142 followers View post →
jesse meadows
@slug_town · X

here's the 16-year follow-up. this initial study is THE one that everyone quotes as showing stimulants are most effective. But the follow-ups don't actually support that. https://t.co/5dcXVveKk0

Apr 18, 2021 · 4 likes · 1,627 followers View post →
Bert
@HenryRunamucker · X

Young adult outcomes in the follow-up of the multimodal treatment study of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder… https://t.co/j8aumgNZON Something the dope pushers of twitter won't tell you: ADHD meds can suppress your child's height.

Nov 28, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 2,142 followers View post →