63% of children in a single Virginia school district are diagnosed as having ADHD, says the USA Today. Some reasons:
This raises suspicions: Are some teachers using ADHD to control unruly students, particularly boys, who are naturally more rambunctious? Are parents seeking an edge for unfocused children who are struggling academically? Are time-pressed doctors handing out prescriptions based on little more than a 15-minute chat and a teacher’s note?
How about D – all of the above.
