A recent study brings good news for expecting mothers who have taken ADHD medications during pregnancy. Researchers have found that children exposed to these medications in utero do not have a higher likelihood of developing ADHD or autism compared to those who were not exposed. This finding is like discovering that eating cookies during pregnancy does not result in cookie-loving babies! It’s reassuring to know that the treatment of ADHD symptoms with medication during pregnancy does not appear to have any negative long-term effects on the child’s neurodevelopment. This research opens up new possibilities for treating women with ADHD who are planning to have children. It suggests that, under proper medical guidance, taking these medications may be a safe option for managing symptoms and providing necessary support. Further exploration into the effects of other medications during pregnancy is still needed, but for now, this study offers hope and peace of mind for expectant mothers.
Children who were exposed to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications their moms took during pregnancy are not more prone to neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD or autism, researchers report. The news may be welcome to women who’ve needed to take…
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