~~Negative Media and Comments~~
There is negative media coverage constantly about over-diagnosis, over-medicating, and dangers of
medicating children. While I’m a big supporter of the freedom of speech and everyone’s right to an
opinion, I’m equally as adamant that the media be held to a very high standard. The media should take
their responsibility very, very seriously and not display their “facts” with a hidden agenda. Every time I
read or hear this type media, or hear a doctor say they don’t believe there is bipolar disorder or ADHD, I
feel physical pain. Each time I wonder how many children together with their families are condemned to
years of unnecessary agony because of them. I wonder whether they realize there are some people that
need nothing more than a vague insinuation to latch onto someone else's position to convey merit to their
own.
Disclaimer: The information and direction to web sites contained herein is educational and not intended tobe legal or medical advice. The information is not a substitute for discussion between patients and their
doctors nor clients and their attorneys. References to all information and opinions should not be
considered an endorsement. You are hereby advised to fully investigate all options in order to determine a
course of action or treatment that may be most appropriate for a specific situation and/or individual.
Copyright 2001- 2008 Alisha Leigh. Use of the material contained herein is unrestricted as long as it is
used for educational purposes and I am notified by e-mail of link usage. I would very much like to know
how this information is being used. Reciprocal linkage to your site is requested.
Updated 08-12-2008
There is negative media coverage constantly about over-diagnosis, over-medicating, and dangers of
medicating children. While I’m a big supporter of the freedom of speech and everyone’s right to an
opinion, I’m equally as adamant that the media be held to a very high standard. The media should take
their responsibility very, very seriously and not display their “facts” with a hidden agenda. Every time I
read or hear this type media, or hear a doctor say they don’t believe there is bipolar disorder or ADHD, I
feel physical pain. Each time I wonder how many children together with their families are condemned to
years of unnecessary agony because of them. I wonder whether they realize there are some people that
need nothing more than a vague insinuation to latch onto someone else's position to convey merit to their
own.
 | Several articles are contained within: The Flip Side. |
| Several articles are contained within: ADHD Back in the News. |
| Schools' Backing of Behavior Drugs Comes Under Fire. |
| Scientology's War on Psychiatry |
| Now -- read the Science on ADHD and the facts. |
Disclaimer: The information and direction to web sites contained herein is educational and not intended to
doctors nor clients and their attorneys. References to all information and opinions should not be
considered an endorsement. You are hereby advised to fully investigate all options in order to determine a
course of action or treatment that may be most appropriate for a specific situation and/or individual.
Copyright 2001- 2008 Alisha Leigh. Use of the material contained herein is unrestricted as long as it is
used for educational purposes and I am notified by e-mail of link usage. I would very much like to know
how this information is being used. Reciprocal linkage to your site is requested.
Updated 08-12-2008
ADHD: A Place to Start
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