South Korea cram school craze drives ADHD drug prescriptions for children
Asia News Network
South Korea's intense academic pressure and reliance on private education for young children have driven a surge in ADHD medication prescriptions, which are increasingly misused as concentration-enhancing drugs. This trend highlights the severe mental health impacts of the country's hyper-competitive educational environment where early schooling is viewed as essential for future social and economic success.
All articles from 24 August 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.