Ritalin (methylphenidate) for ADHD

January 1996

We get lots of questions about using Ritalin (methylphenidate) for ADHD...especially since 60 Minutes and 20/20 both covered it.

There's been a HUGE increase in use...mostly children but also adults. Ritalin use has doubled in the last 5 years.

Ritalin helps patients with ADHD concentrate...filter out distractions...and control impulsive behavior.

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