A stuffy from the Rockefeller University in New York suggests that Ritalin, a drug that is prescribed to children with hyperactivity disorders, may be addictive.
Yonk Kim and his colleagues came to this conclusion after noticing the drug to causes certain chemical and structural changes the brains of mice.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder-Causes-Symptoms-Diagnosis-Treatment-FAQ
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder that affects normal behavior and impairs the ability to concentrate.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder that affects normal behavior and impairs the ability to concentrate.
"These changes in neuronal structure and brain chemistry are known to be associated with the process of drug addiction," New Scientist magazine quoted Kim as warning.
The finding, reported in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, is backed up by previous studies that found signs of addiction in recreational users.
Drug Abuse | Drug Addiction | Substance Abuse - Overview
The use of Drugs for reasons other than its prescribed recommendation, is known as Drug abuse or substance abuse. Drug abuse or substance abuse is initiated by various biological and social factors.
The use of Drugs for reasons other than its prescribed recommendation, is known as Drug abuse or substance abuse. Drug abuse or substance abuse is initiated by various biological and social factors.
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Curb Ritalin Use, Doctors Advised
new guidelines recommend doctors must reduce use of the drug Ritalin in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
new guidelines recommend doctors must reduce use of the drug Ritalin in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
