1. A Review of Major Depressive Episodes in Adolescence and the
This study also showed that the administration of stimulants led to a 40% score increase on a multi-subject test (Solato 9). ... Although the amounts are much smaller in prescribed stimulants, Clikeman stresses the fact that we are knowingly releasing unhealthy, and potentially hazardous chemicals into the brains of our children (32). ... The American Heart Association recommends that children, on stimulant medication, receive monthly electrocardiogram tests to watch for unsafe increases in blood pressure and heart rate (15). ...
Haber also says when children are stressed out and put in emotionally straining situations children are more prone to act out and become aggressive towards innocent people. ... Other tests are used to illustrate why certain children have such strong reactions like aggression and even depression. ...