Do adults with ADHD have a higher chance of drug or alcohol addiction?
Do adults with ADHD have a higher chance of drug or alcohol addiction?
Adults with ADHD are at a higher risk of addiction, says addiction specialist Mike Dow, PsyD. Learn why both untreated ADHD as well as certain ADHD medications can increase your risk for drug and alcohol abuse.
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