ADD/ADHD Guide: Meds, Supplements & Focus Activities

Symptoms of ADD and ADHD vary from infant hyperactivity to adolescent focus challenges. Managing the condition requires understanding Adderall dosages, Ritalin side effects, and natural supplements like Pycnogenol.

Mental & Emotional Effects of Ritalin

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Lia Stannard

Ritalin, also sold under the generic name methylphenidate, is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While the drug is effective in treating inattention symptoms of ADHD, using Ritalin can result in mental and emotional changes in the patient.