ADHD treatment linked to reduced antidepressant use in adults
Adults with ADHD reduce antidepressant use after starting treatment, a nationwide Finnish study finds.
Why it matters
- Proper ADHD diagnosis and treatment can reduce reliance on other psychiatric medications.
- Highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis in mental health care.
By the numbers
- Study includes adults diagnosed with ADHD between 2015 and 2020.
- Antidepressant use dropped significantly after starting ADHD treatment.
The big picture
- Suggests treating ADHD directly can reduce symptoms previously managed with other medications.
- Indicates potential for more efficient mental health care with proper ADHD diagnosis.
What they're saying
- Personal anecdotes support the study, noting relief from task completion and reduced self-blame.
Caveats
- Study is observational; cannot prove causation.
- Based on registry data, which may miss some details.
What’s next
- Researchers plan to publish more sub-studies on comorbidities and causes of death among ADHD patients.