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Ritalin, ADHD and LogicIs it possible that the American diet is the main cause of ADHD?- An Adult on Ritalin: The Stigma of Seeking TreatmentThe use of stimulant medication, Ritalin, never fails to spark a debate. Ritalin, however, is more commonly used in children and teenagers. Adults using Ritalin are often faced with a unique stigma associated with the medication.
- Enhance Your Child's Concentration the Natural WayConsidering putting your child on medication for their concentration problems. Take a look at the natural way first.
Things to Know Before Starting RitalinRitalin, a drug commonly prescribed in the treatment of ADHD and other conditions is a fantastic tool, but needs a little care to be used properly. I'll teach you the ins and outs of this stimulant and let you know what to expect when taking it.
Intervention for Children with ADHD: A Focus on RitalinExcessive doses of this drug over a long period of time can produce addiction. It is also possible to develop tolerance to the drug, so that larger doses are needed to produce the original effect.
Ritalin: Short and Long Term Side EffectsBecause of the strong properties of Ritalin, some short and long term side effects occur. In this article I'm going to highlight those side effects.
ADHD and ADD Medication Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta Linked to Nutrition ProblemsDiagnoses of ADD (Attention-Deficit Disorder) and ADHD (Attention-Deficit with Hyoeractivity Disorder) are skyrocketing; Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta and other ADD/ ADHD medications are common prescriptions. These meds cause nutrition problems.
One Million Children on ADHD Medications! Are Benefits Worth the Health Risks?ADHD meds are not mild medication they are touted to be. You should know the possible long-term affects on your child before you even give him one pill.
Ritalin and Methylphenidate: Side Effects for Adult Users of This ADHD MedicationAdults tend to react differently to Ritalin than those hyperactive kids. Read more to find out what to expect from a former prescribed user.- Finding a Natural Alternative to RitalinChoosing an alternative to Ritalin has become a real issue for many parents of children diagnosed with ADHD. In this article, you will learn how to use natural medicine to ease your child's symptoms.
- Ritalin: Vitamin R or Kiddy-Cocaine?The use, effects, and abuse of Ritalin.
- The Misuse of Ritalin in AmericaThe use of Ritalin has become unrestrained. Not only is it being over-prescribed, but it is also becoming a street drug. Society needs to halt Ritalin use until doctors figure out who really needs it.
Short Term Effects of RitalinTaking Ritalin just once can cause several adverse side effects, including paranoia, nausea, and anorexia. But what increases your chances of getting these side effects?- Ritalin, What is it Really?This arctile is a review of the side-effects of ritalin. it explains certain instances of usage described by people with ADHD in an interview.
- Tips for Treating ADD with RitalinHave you recently been diagnosed with ADD? Ask your Doctor about the drug Ritalin to find out if it might be beneficial for you. This article talks about some of the benefits and some of the possible side effects that may be experienced when taking Ritalin to treat ADD.
- Ritalin: Drug's History and How Schools Benefit from Its PrescriptionsWhen George Still first described the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in 1902, no one suspected the controversy it would unleash almost a hundred years later.
- Foods that Hyperactive and ADD Children Should AvoidWith about almost five percent of all schoolchildren in the United States struggling with hyperactivity and attention deficit disorder, a national crisis has both parents and teachers concerned over how to manage their hyperactive children and students.
Ritalin and the Drugging of America's ChildrenIn 1966, the World Health Organization warned that the overuse of Ritalin had reached dangerous proportions, and the UN concluded that frustrated parents, teachers and doctors were much too quick to pin the label of ADD on children whose behavior annoyed those around them.- Children's Use of Ritalin May Alter BrainAn animal study at Weill Cornell Medical College finds that Ritalin use may affect brain structure.
- Divorce Increases Risk of Ritalin UseDivorce Increases Risk of Ritalin Use
Study Links Attention Deficit Disorder Increases to DivorceThe study suggests that children of divorced or single parents are almost twice as likely to need Ritalin then the children of parents that have stayed together.
Methylphenidate: Single Dose Vs. Timed-ReleaseWith the multitude of drug treatments available for ADD/ADHD, the question arises which is better: single dose or timed-release medications.- Ritalin: Is it Good for Children?Ritalin is not the solution for children suffering from ADHD, there needs to be alternative methods in dealing with the condition.
- Methylphenidate Hydrochloride Can Cause Lifelong ProblemsRitalin has been shown to permanently change the behavior of rats, what does it do to kids that take it? I'll tell you what it did to me.
- The Truth About Ritalin: Dangerous Drug for ADHDAn in-depth look at Ritalin, powerful drug in the same class as cocaine that's commonly prescribed to young children with ADHD, a "disorder" no medical test can detect.
- Students Re-Selling Prescription RitalinRitalin is a stimulant with the same addictive qualities as cocaine. When teenagers are selling their pills, two problems result. One child is abusing substances, and one child is not getting proper medical treatment.
Increasing Ritalin Abuse by TeenagersSince 1990, Ritalin abuse amongst teenagers and college students has steadily increased. Ironically, some of the more detrimental side effects of Ritalin are what it makes it so desirable as a recreational drug.- Turning Ritalin into a Recreational DrugFor approximately 2.5 million children with ADD/ADHD, the prescription drug Ritalin is said to be helpful, even though it has been something of a controversial topic over the years. Now, the prescription is being used by teenagers as a recreational drug.
- Ritalin Addiction in TeensFor teenagers and adults the effects of Ritalin are the same as that of Cocaine, the only difference is that Ritalin is easy to buy and less expensive. It has become to poor man's Coke.
- How the Abuse of Ritalin Nearly Cost My Sister Everything She Ever Wished forMy sister was diagnosed with ADHD and depression after I left for boarding school, our family was already falling apart and as I watched helplessly; my sister traded her bright future for a quick antidote to her pain.
- Multi-faceted Treatment for ADD/ADHDWhen it comes to ADD/ADHD, a quick fix is available--Ritalin. In an increasingly obese, Prozac-numbed, ten-second attention span of a society such as ours, the potentially dangerous drug Ritalin is being over-prescribed and over-used.
Psychologist Suggests Alternatives to Prescription Meds for Abusers of ADHD DrugsAdults need to fix the ailment instead of turning to drug-stimulants.- Exorcism, Ritalin and Other Cool Stuff for ParentsThe current adult paranoia towards youth and children has troubling implications.
- My Battle with Substance Abuse and PTSDA brief description of what my worst day of substance abuse led me into and how the people around me are affected by my actions.
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Clever TitleThe revolution comes!- Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder and RitalinAcceptance of the label, ADHD, can lead to the dangerous acceptance of the medications used to treat the condition. Is this what we really want to do to our children?
- People Younger and Younger Turn to Drugs to Boost Brain PowerNew critical study concerning old style drugs and new tricks.
- Changing ADHD in ChildrenADHD in children may not need to be treated with medicine.
- Just a Thought...A bit of writing, just throwing out ideas.
