Can drinking a cup of coffee help ADHD symptoms? Some experts say "yes" but with limited effectiveness. Caffeine is a stimulant and for millions of people in the United States and around the world it is used on a daily basis to help with alertness in the morning and to fight sleepiness during the day. A cup of coffee can help increase attention and focus, but lacks the overall effectiveness of traditional stimulant medications, such as Ritalin, Concerta or Adderall.
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