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Can ritalin (methylphenidate) improve my short-term memory?
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Diagnostic criteria: for ADHD -Primarily Inattentive Type include 6 or > significant symptoms of inattention for 6 or > mos. that began before age 10 & caused harmful dysfunction at home & school, now at home & work. Stimulants can help when inattention impairs Short-Term & Active Working Memory, but not age-related memory loss. See: FDA.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm107783.htm for causes & management.
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