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Will ADHD medication change my child's personality?

My child is getting treatment for his ADHD. Will ADHD medication change my child's personality?

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Hello

No it doesn’t affect personality. Occasionally it decreases appetite but otherwise it doesn’t have any side effects
It usually makes them calmer and more subdued. Some children are more irritable. The dose has to be adjusted for maximum benefit and least side effects