title: CNS stimulant controversies.
abstract: Controversies in the use of central nervous system stimulant medications in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are discussed. Diagnostic issues, age of optimal use, side effects, effects on learning and ethical considerations are current issues. An animal model for the effects of chronic long-term high dose regimes is proposed.
authors.affiliation: Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick, NSW.
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Levy
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001289:Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy*; D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006130:Growth Disorders / Q000139:chemically induced; D006801:Humans; D007859:Learning Disabilities / Q000188:drug therapy
chemical_list: D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants