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May 2019 PMID 29363986

Prevalence of Parent-Reported ADHD Diagnosis and Associated Treatment Among U.S. Children and Adolescents, 2016.

Melissa L Danielson, Rebecca H Bitsko, Reem M Ghandour, Joseph R Holbrook, Michael D Kogan, Stephen J Blumberg

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Peak: 1 in Sep 2020
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The posts reflect a moderate interest and agreement with the study, citing figures like the 3.3 million children on medication and referencing a 2016 study showing two-thirds of parent-reported diagnoses are medicated, with tone that is informational and somewhat analytical, emphasizing important statistics but without strong emotional or controversial language.

AgreementModerate agreement

The discussions generally acknowledge the study's findings, such as the estimates of children receiving medication, indicating some level of agreement or acceptance.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show moderate curiosity, with references to specific data points like 3.3 million children on medication and 2/3 being medicated after diagnosis.

EngagementModerate engagement

The comments exhibit some depth by referencing studies, statistics, and the significance of medication use, but lack extensive debate or critique.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall discussions seem to recognize the importance of understanding ADHD prevalence, but do not directly suggest a transformative or urgent impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study aims to assess the prevalence of parent-reported ADHD diagnoses and treatments among U.S. children aged 2-17 using data from the 2016 National Survey of Children's Health (NSCH).
  • The findings reveal that approximately 6.1 million children (9.4%) have received an ADHD diagnosis, with 5.4 million currently diagnosed and a significant portion receiving medication (62.0%) or behavioral treatment (46.7%).
  • The newly redesigned NSCH survey can help track ADHD diagnosis and treatment trends over the years, highlighting the need for effective management of this common neurodevelopmental disorder.
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The Dangerous Globe
@DangerousGlobe · X

Approximately 3.3 million children — 5% of all U.S. kids — receive ADHD medication. https://t.co/DNqe3Tevht

Sep 22, 2023 · 1 like · 10,750 followers View post →
Richard Kinch
@richard_kinch · X

@TiempoDa @Natmelendez5 Por ejemplo: un estudio de 2016 (con referencias adicionales) donde demuestra que casi 2/3 de "parent-reported diagnosis" están medicados: https://t.co/CsuDwujhle

Sep 8, 2020 · 40 followers View post →

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The Dangerous Globe
@DangerousGlobe · X

Approximately 3.3 million children — 5% of all U.S. kids — receive ADHD medication. https://t.co/DNqe3Tevht

Sep 22, 2023 · 1 like · 10,750 followers View post →
Richard Kinch
@richard_kinch · X

@TiempoDa @Natmelendez5 Por ejemplo: un estudio de 2016 (con referencias adicionales) donde demuestra que casi 2/3 de "parent-reported diagnosis" están medicados: https://t.co/CsuDwujhle

Sep 8, 2020 · 40 followers View post →