Children with true ADHD who are treated with appropriate doses of prescription sympathomimetics show far better performance in school, general focus, and long-term life outcomes compared to untreated children, with treated children also having lower likelihood of developing addictive behaviors in adulthood.

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Andrew Huberman

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children with ADHD true ADHD who are diagnosed with ADHD and are treated with appropriate doses of drugs like Adderall ritalin or Vyvanse they're far better both in childhood and later in life when it comes to Performance in school [1:00:06]

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Adderall, Stimulants & Modafinil for ADHD: Short- & Long-Term EffectsAndrew Huberman
Created: 8/12/2026, 6:07:19 PM

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