Strattera Vs Ritalin
Stimulants used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder received an "A" rating for children and a "B" rating for adults, according to a company that evaluates the effectiveness of medications. The company gave Strattera a "B" rating. Hays Inc. gave a "D" rating to neuropsychological testing used to diagnose ADHD for low effectiveness. The lead researcher said that there are few clear conclusions that can be drawn from the research to date on the best treatment options.
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