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Adhd Nation: Children, Doctors, Big Pharma, And The Making Of An American Epidemic
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A Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book Of The Yearthe Groundbreaking And Definitive Account Of The Widespread Misdiagnosis Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorderand How Its Unchecked Growth Over Half A Century Has Made Adhd One Of The Most Controversial Conditions In Medicine, With Serious Effects On Children, Adults, And Society.More Than 1 In 7 American Children Get Diagnosed With Adhdthree Times What Experts Have Said Is Appropriatemeaning That Millions Of Kids Are Misdiagnosed And Taking Medications Such As Adderall Or Concerta For A Psychiatric Condition They Probably Do Not Have. The Numbers Rise Every Year. And Still, Many Experts And Drug Companies Deny Any Cause For Concern. In Fact, They Say That Adults And The Rest Of The World Should Embrace Adhd And That Its Medications Will Transform Their Lives.In Adhd Nation, Alan Schwarz Examines The Roots And The Rise Of This Cultural And Medical Phenomenon: The Father Of Adhd, Dr. Keith Conners, Spends Fifty Years Advocating Drugs Like Ritalin Before Realizing His Role In What He Now Calls A National Disaster Of Dangerous Proportions; A Troubled Young Girl And A Studious Teenage Boy Get Entangled In The Growing Adhd Machine And Take Medications That Backfire Horribly; And Big Pharma Egregiously Overpromotes The Disorder And Earns Billions From The Mishandling Of Children (And Now Adults).While Demonstrating That Adhd Is Real And Can Be Medicated When Appropriate, Schwarz Sounds A Longoverdue Alarm And Urges America To Address This Growing National Health Crisis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'ADHD Nation'? A: 'ADHD Nation' explores the widespread misdiagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its implications for children and society.
- Q: Who is the author of 'ADHD Nation'? A: The author of 'ADHD Nation' is Alan Schwarz, a journalist known for his investigative work on ADHD and its treatment.
- Q: How many pages is 'ADHD Nation'? A: 'ADHD Nation' contains 352 pages, providing an in-depth look at the issues surrounding ADHD.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'ADHD Nation'? A: 'ADHD Nation' was published on September 6, 2016.
- Q: Is 'ADHD Nation' available in different formats? A: 'ADHD Nation' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the misdiagnosis of ADHD, the pharmaceutical industry's influence, and the societal implications of ADHD treatment.
- Q: Who should read 'ADHD Nation'? A: 'ADHD Nation' is suitable for parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in understanding ADHD and its impact.
- Q: Does 'ADHD Nation' provide solutions for ADHD? A: 'ADHD Nation' discusses the reality of ADHD and suggests that while it can be treated appropriately, there are serious concerns about over-medication.
- Q: What recognition did 'ADHD Nation' receive? A: 'ADHD Nation' was recognized as a Best Nonfiction Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews.
- Q: What are the critical perspectives offered in 'ADHD Nation'? A: 'ADHD Nation' offers critical perspectives on the role of pharmaceutical companies in the ADHD diagnosis and treatment processes.