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That has been extensively studied, and all cause mortality is much lower for people on ADHD medication than untreated. There is a slightly higher risk of cardio
by _yb2s 2y ago
That has been extensively studied, and all cause mortality is much lower for people on ADHD medication than untreated. There is a slightly higher risk of cardiovascular issues from stimulants, but that is tiny compared to the much larger risks of a bunch of other causes of mortality with untreated ADHD.
- swatcoder 2y agoUnfortunately, the study you cited isn't applicable. It's looking at near-term mortality impact in a cohort of people under 25. Which is very good to know about, but doesn't provide much insight into the longevity impact from lifelong use, as might be appearing in this one.
- _yb2s 2y agoThanks. I noticed that, and removed the study link after posting- but these drugs have been used very long term, and the risk vs benefits extensively studied. They do increase CVD risk measurably, but that seems to be compensated for by reduction of other risks.