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Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder At Risk For Alcohol Problems

Parental alcoholism and family stress can also facilitate the development of alcohol problems * Prior research has shown that children with ADHD can develop alcohol problems later in life. * Two studies confirm this association, indicating that drinking problems begin around age 15. * Parental alcoholism and family stress appear to add to the risk of children with ADHD developing alcohol problems themselves. [click link for full article]

Source: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/sections/adhd/

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