Parents worried about Adderall shortages as kids start school

Back to school means many things, including an Adderall shortage for those who really need it. A nationwide shortage of Adderall, the drug commonly prescribed for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), has dragged on since last October, and the pharmaceutical industry hasn’t been able to catch up.

Millions of children have been diagnosed with ADHD, and the number of them who take Adderall to help them stay focused in the classroom has grown in recent years.

“These medications are very necessary and can really affect a child’s performance and attendance at school,” Dr. Sujatha Reddy said….