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by smokeydoe 613 days ago
Let’s assume you’re right and it definitely “leads to A boost in all of the neuro pathways that are physiologically underdeveloped”. Can we think about the other side effects of amphetamine on a child? Nevermind sleep, malnutrition, overstimulating nervous system, cardiovascular damage (from nih, please search). You are physically and permanently changing your child's brain chemistry, or “who they are”. I’m not saying this should never ever be done, but it should be considered a very extreme and desperate solution.
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An abnormal percentage of your HN comments are anti-ADHD/treatment.

What’s the reason for this? Why do you have such strong feelings on the topic?