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14 Jul 2005
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ADHD-NHS - Reatlin
I have an 8y old child with a disorder condition, on retalin for 3 years, that aquired compulsive fidgiting disorder by language and body, with less sensitivity to pain.
Is there a conection of brain neurological chemical inbalances by taking prolonged intake of retalin prescribed medicine?
Kind Regards,
R.Real
Is there a conection of brain neurological chemical inbalances by taking prolonged intake of retalin prescribed medicine?
Kind Regards,
R.Real
CyberShrink
This is actually still a controversial area, and some people swear by the effectiveness of Ritalin, others avoid it. Maybe it'd be best to take your child to see a fresh specialist child psychiatrist or paediatrician, for r-evaluation, and a discussion of alternate treatment options
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