Along with the intended effects of behavior-modifying drugs, common and uncommon side effects of these drugs pose more harmful complications and lasting damage. Sprague and Chittom state that “a common side effect of behavior stimulant drugs is the loss of appetite and difficulty falling asleep” (Chittom). With each small side effect that affects a child’s normal life, it creates lasting damage on the child as they develop. The health of a child is more at risk with these uses if it restricts children from eating or sleeping, both of which can lead to many different mental disorders or affect daily life for them in activities such as socializing or school work. Behavior drugs also work to combat certain diseases and their symptoms, so while
