A recent study published in The American Journal of Psychiatry got everyone’s attention when it suggested that there may be an “association” between the use of stimulant medications, such as Ritalin, and “sudden cardiac deaths” in children that were considered to be “healthy” prior to their deaths.

But the details of the study, along with the “limitations” of the study, prompted the FDA to comment on the research and its conclusions, recommending that parents should not stop giving stimulant medication to their child just based on the conclusions of the study. Rather they recommend that parents have a discussion with the doctor who is prescribing and monitoring the medication. Read more of the article...

Monday, February 25, 2002 9:35pm

Dear Webmaster,

My 14 year old son Matthew died from Ritalin use.

We were threatened by the school social worker that If we didn't comply with their diagnosis and take him to the doctor and get him on some Ritalin, that we could be charged with neglecting his educational and emotional needs.

They explained ADHD as though it was a objective disorder. Well I have sense done much research to find out that is a bunch of hog wash. I have created the website www.ritalindeath.com to inform parents of the truth behind ADHD. Read more of the article...

Ritalin Side Effects

Ritalin (Methylphenidate)

It has been our opinion for years that Ritalin is a good medication. But it can cause problems, sometimes serious side effects, and must be used with caution. Read more of the article...

Comparing Attend to Ritalin and EEG Biofeedback

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