Exploring the impact of stimulant medications on weight in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This study provides valuable insights into the effects of psychostimulant medications on the weight of children and adolescents diagnosed with ADHD in the UAE. It suggests avenues for future research, emphasizing extended follow-ups to understand long-term psychostimulant effects, nuanced examinations of age and gender, and exploring interactions with comorbidities. Despite limitations, the research provides insights into ADHD medication effects, guiding personalized treatment approaches for pediatric populations.
Authors
- Lakshmanan Jeyaseelan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9090-3005)
- Ammar Albanna (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9791-0497)
- Seija Talo
- Meshal A. Sultan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5289-0055)
- Jessie Joseph
- Faten Al Eid
Institutions
- Abu Dhabi Health Services (AE)
- Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (AE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Psychiatry
- Published
- 2024-10-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1392846
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.39