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Why does ritalin (methylphenidate) make me less emotional & less empathy. i use to be motivated by my emotions (in a positive way) now it's very hard for me?
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Ritalin (methylphenidate): One of the side effects of methylphenidate is a flat affect which you seem to be suffering from.
Answered 4/23/2014
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