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Can you tell me if drugs like ritalin (methylphenidate) really help you focus when it comes to school?
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Add-yes: Patients with a proper diagnosis of attention deficit disorder may benefit with better focus in school settings. Patients without add have little if any benefit.
Answered 12/16/2013
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If you have ADHD: Medications like Ritalin (methylphenidate) and Adderall will improve the ability to focus in school if you have ADHD. If you do not, It may not have any beneficial effect.
Answered 5/21/2015
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