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Increased prescribing of ADHD medication and real-world outcomes over time

JAMA Psychiatry

Peer-Reviewed Publication

JAMA Network

About The Study: In this study, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication remained associated with reduced risks of several serious real-world outcomes (self-harm, unintentional injury, traffic crashes, and crime). However, the magnitude of these associations appears to have decreased alongside rising prescription rates over time. Thus, it is important to regularly evaluate medication use in different patient populations. 

Corresponding Authors: To contact the corresponding authors, email Zheng Chang, PhD, (zheng.chang@ki.se) and Lin Li, PhD, (lin.li@ki.se).

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(10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2025.1281)

Editor’s Note: Please see the article for additional information, including other authors, author contributions and affiliations, conflict of interest and financial disclosures, and funding and support.

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