Methylphenidate - Research Article from Drugs and Controlled Substances Information for Students

This encyclopedia article consists of approximately 13 pages of information about Methylphenidate.

Methylphenidate - Research Article from Drugs and Controlled Substances Information for Students

This encyclopedia article consists of approximately 13 pages of information about Methylphenidate.
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Key Terms
ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD):
A mental disorder characterized by persistent impulsive behavior, difficulty concentrating, and hyperactivity that causes lowered social, academic, or occupational functioning.
DRUG ABUSE RESISTANCE EDUCATION (D.A.R.E.):
A national substance abuse education and prevention program.
NARCOLEPSY:
A rare, chronic sleep disorder characterized by constant daytime fatigue and sudden attacks of sleep.
NEUROTRANSMITTER:
Chemical in the brain that transmits messages between neurons, or nerve cells.
SYNAPSE:
The gap between communicating nerve cells.

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