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. 2004 Oct 16;329(7471):907-8.
doi: 10.1136/bmj.329.7471.907.

Use of stimulants for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: FOR

David Coghill  1
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Use of stimulants for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: FOR

David Coghill. BMJ. .

Abstract

Definitive diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is complex. David Coghill believes the condition is undertreated, but Harvey Markovitch argues that current uncertainties about diagnosis and treatment mean doctors should be cautious

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