ADHD Medication -Related Deaths in Children

Leanne M. Bessner, age 15 was prescribed Concerta and was taking it for only 2 months. She committed suicide on 10/09/2005 by hanging herself.

10-Year-Old Shaina Louise Dunkle
Diagnosed with ADHD by her school psychologist. Shaina's Death was caused from the Desipramine used to treat ADHD.





11-Year-Old Stephanie Hall
Stephanie's School teacher suggested that she be tested for ADD. Stephanie's Death was caused From the Ritalin used to treat ADHD.







Adrian David Wade was born on November 09, 1991 12-year-old committed suicide on October 23, 2004. He was on 60mgs of Strattera daily. He was on it less then 4 months. His dx's were ADHD.








14-Year-Old Matthew Smith
Diagnosed with ADHD by his school psychologist. Matthew's Death was caused From from the Ritalin used to control his behavior.