The Medicated Child (2008)
Frontline The Medicated Child
Ten years ago, stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall were the drugs of choice to treat behavioral issues in children. Today children as young as four years old are being prescribed more powerful anti-psychotic medications that are much less understood. The drugs can cause serious side effects and virtually nothing is known about their long-term impact. As the debate over medicating children continues to grow, FRONTLINE confronts psychiatrists, researchers, and big pharma about the risks and benefits of prescription drugs for troubled children.
Director: Marcela Gaviria
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: January 8, 2008
Screenplay
Production: FRONTLINE
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Marcela Gaviria
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Medicated Child about?
- Ten years ago, stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall were the drugs of choice to treat behavioral issues in children. Today children as young as four years old are being prescribed more powerful anti-psychotic medications that are much less understood. The drugs can cause serious side effects and virtually nothing is known about their long-term impact. As the debate over medicating children continues to grow, FRONTLINE confronts psychiatrists, researchers, and big pharma about the risks and benefits of prescription drugs for troubled children.
- Who directed The Medicated Child?
- The Medicated Child was directed by Marcela Gaviria.
- How long is The Medicated Child?
- The Medicated Child has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is The Medicated Child?
- The Medicated Child is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Medicated Child produced?
- The Medicated Child was produced in United States of America.