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Written by Pat's Papers | Tuesday, 17 August 2010 10:19 AM
Researchers aren’t exactly sure why, but the youngest kids in kindergarten are 60 percent more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD. USA Today says it may be because, in comparison to their older classmates, they seem less mature. Regardless, experts say a misdiagnosis can can long-lasting effects, especially when the child is given prescription medicine to remedy the disorder. As a result of two studies, teachers and psychologists are being urged to evaluate children based on their age, not their grade.
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