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Originally posted by bermuDa
and from what I've seen, ritalin can really wire some kids.
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Ritalin is a stimulant. They aren't really sure why it would help kids who already excessively hyper. They have found that if the child is truely ADHD that it acts as a depressant and helps them calm down. It's sortof like it speeds up certain portions of their brain so that they can keep up with themselves. If the child becomes more hyper they obviously shouldn't stay on ritalin.
"Ritalin increases activity in this region in some children with ADHD, and with this change comes improvements in their ability to sit still, pay attention, and complete tasks."
WebMD
"Methylphenidate is a mild stimulant to the central nervous system (brain and nerves). The exact way that methylphenidate works is unknown."
WebMD
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