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Common disorder linked to 70% higher death rate, but medication may offer protection
Why is ADHD associated with a 71% higher overall risk of early death? Dr. He also considers an association between prescribed ADHD medication and a 25% lower risk of death. The findings do not establish cause-and effect, and the medication evidence came from only three studies. (0:00) ADHD Mortality Study Overview (1:58) Medication May Lower Risk (2:56) Study Limits and Takeaways
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