Commentary Discusses ADHD Medication Safety and Pregnancy Outcomes

A commentary published in JAMA discusses the rising use of ADHD medication in adolescent and adult females and the difficult decisions regarding its use during pregnancy. The commentary highlights accumulating evidence suggesting that both stimulant and nonstimulant drugs are associated with increased risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes, including gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, preterm delivery, intrauterine growth restriction, and spontaneous abortion.