The use of psychotropic drugs in the United States is increasing more rapidly than in other parts of the world. An example of this is that 80 percent of the medications used to treat children and adolescents with __________ are prescribed in the United States.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the condition for which the United States prescribes a significantly higher percentage of medications compared to other countries. This reflects the higher diagnosis rates and the more common use of medication as a treatment strategy in the U.S. for ADHD in children and adolescents.

The Use of Psychotropic Drugs in the United States Is