Pay Attention: Ritalin Acts Much Like Cocaine – (08-27-01)



Pay Attention: Ritalin Acts Much Like Cocaine

Geez..do I really need to comment on this one? Just to reiterate…the numbers of kids diagnosed with ADD or ADHD has sky-rocketed, and the quick answer to these cases has been the use of psychoactive substances such as Ritalin. There are no long term studies to verify the safety of long term use. NONE. Myself and many others out there are not entirely convinced that this is even a problem. Sure, I would agree that many of the diagnosis given are accurate, but I would have to guess they are a minority. Programs such as the Feingold diet, which removes all added chemicals such as food additives, colourings and preservatives, have had good results in bringing the focus back in these children. And, as with many other natural therapies, there are no side effects, unless you consider overall improved health as a side effect.

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