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chattanova
11-08-2007, 09:44 AM
Ritalin – given to around 5 million young Americans diagnosed with ADHD (attention-deficit, hyperactive disorder) – may affect the developing brain.

Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a stimulant similar to amphetamine and cocaine, and it seems to have a paradoxical effect on ADHD children, and calms them.

http://rinf.com/alt-news/breaking-news/ritalin-the-adhd-drug-may-affect-the-developing-brain/991/