Beschreibung:
<jats:p>A seven-year-old emotionally disturbed boy with some features of the hyperkinetic syndrome was placed on a double-blind placebo control program to assess the effects of psychoactive medications (Ritalin and Dexedrine) on academic and social behaviors. Academic and social behaviors were generally improved with medication, but the beneficial effects varied depending upon the specific drug, dosage, and time of day. Some adverse side effects were noted with specific drug dosages. The importance of careful monitoring of children treated with psychoactive medications is stressed.</jats:p>