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Physician Perceptions of ADHD Stimulant Diversion and Misuse
| Content Provider | SAGE Publishing |
|---|---|
| Author | Colaneri, Natalie M. Keim, Sarah A. Adesman, Andrew |
| Copyright Year | 2016 |
| Abstract | Objective: The recent rise in ADHD has prompted concerns about adolescents with ADHD diverting and/or misusing stimulants. This is the first study to assess physician perceptions of the pervasiveness of these issues. Method: Questionnaires were mailed to a national sample of pediatric subspecialists. Responses were analyzed (n = 826; 18% response rate) using descriptive statistics and regression analyses. Results: In the past year, 59% of physicians suspected ≥1 patient(s) with ADHD diverted stimulants. Seventy-four percent believed ≥1 patient(s) feigned symptoms to obtain an initial ADHD diagnosis; 66% believed ≥1 patient(s) wanted stimulants to improve academic performance. Child and adolescent psychiatrists were most likely to suspect diversion and feigning symptoms. Thirty-nine percent of physicians believed diversion was at least “common.” Conclusion: Although many physicians suspected stimulant diversion and misuse, a substantial number were unaware of these issues, and subspecialist perceptions varied. These findings support the potential pervasiveness of these issues and the need for increased physician awareness. |
| Related Links | https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1087054716649664?download=true |
| Starting Page | 290 |
| Ending Page | 300 |
| Page Count | 11 |
| ISSN | 10870547 |
| Issue Number | 2 |
| Volume Number | 24 |
| Journal | Journal of Attention Disorders (JAD) |
| e-ISSN | 15571246 |
| DOI | 10.1177/1087054716649664 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Sage Publications CA |
| Publisher Date | 2016-05-19 |
| Publisher Place | Los Angeles |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Rights Holder | © The Author(s) 2016 |
| Subject Keyword | stimulant misuse ADHD diversion cognitive performance enhancement prescription drug abuse |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
| Subject | Developmental and Educational Psychology Clinical Psychology |
