11% of American children ages 4 to 17 have ADHD, diagnosed with symptoms like “difficulty remaining focused” and “often fidgets.” In this over-protective society, medical officials are quick to prescribe stimulants, yet overprescribing is a gateway to substance abuse and dependence.

11% of American children ages 4 to 17 have ADHD, diagnosed with symptoms like “difficulty remaining focused” and “often fidgets.” In this over-protective society, medical officials are quick to prescribe stimulants, yet overprescribing is a gateway to substance abuse and dependence. This medicine-heavy approach promotes pills instead of teaching children “vital coping skills to manage their behavior.” (WSJ)