In an age where there's immense distrust for the government and everything 'big' it's a bit surprising so many opt for the easy way out to control their kids. Rather than raising kids like we used to lazy parents seek out other solutions like drugs.
I guess it's not entirely surprising. So many people prefer the easy way out, and in a largely consumer oriented society the 'quick' and easy fix is best. What's easier than pills? Placate the will by stuffing pills down your kid's throat.
So many are misdiagnosed. Yes, the science is improving, but the astronomical increases in child diagnosis for things like bi-polar is incredibly high. It's time we reject the radical push by big drug companies and instead opt for more holistic approaches to raising kids.
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2011/11/11/moody-teens-wrongly-diagnosed-with-bipolar-disorder-psychiatrist-claims/
