13-01-2004, 09:31 PM
Quote:Originally posted by Joan
Methylphenidate (generic name of Ritalin) has a parodixal effect when used in children with ADHD...instead of "stimulating" them centrally, it calms them
have to agree with you... (not sure why it's refered to as a "stimulant" - that's just what it's called)... the child must be diagnosed first - never go for one opinion - get several before you start anyform of prescription drug. Like Joan said... children that are "busy as bees" can be diagnosed incorrectly!