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Article: Most Americans Underestimate the Number of Children with Mental Health Problems.
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- October 2, 2000
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Majority Also Know Disorders Are Real, But Underestimate Treatability
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 /PRNewswire/ --
While most Americans believe mental health problems such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), depression and anxiety disorder can be diagnosed in children, most significantly underestimate their prevalence in children. The National Mental Health Association today announced the findings, based on the results of a new survey commissioned by the organization to assess Americans' knowledge of children's mental health issues. The survey is being released in conjunction with the National Institutes of Mental Health/U.S. Food and Drug ...