Should my child try a “drug holiday?” | Parenting Behavior

Описание: If your child is on medication for ADHD, you may have heard of a medication vacation or a drug holiday. In short, it means taking a break from their usual medication — for a few days, weeks, or even months. It sounds simple enough, but deciding whether it’s right for your child is a different story.

On this episode of Parenting Behavior, host Dr. Andy Kahn talks with Dr. Liz Harstad, a pediatrician at Boston Children’s Hospital, to get the scoop.

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Timestamps
01:30 Why would someone take a “drug holiday”?
02:29 How has thinking evolved over time?
03:42 What are the impacts of a break?