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How To Use Ritalin Without Any Side Effects?
Hello the person is going to use 10 mg ritalin . He has no disorders he is going to use is it as an asset that helps to STUDY and concentrate for a long period of time . How often and what should be the dosage for the person to avoid addiction and huge side effects ? The person is 21 years old , never had any psychological problems , excellent health , good diet , regular exercising . A lot of stress from high intense of studying , sometimes feels slight depression or enxiety. Are there any supplements that the person could combine with the drug in order to avoid side effects as much as possible . Thank you
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As you have no any other problems, you should not use it. Side effects are insomnia, can be mood swings, decreased appetite. It will not increase concentration in normal ones. If you joined this online workshop [yes+] or youth empowerment skills programme [art of living course], they will give practical techniques to increase your concentration, confidence in exams without side effects.
To start Ritalin, psychologist [Barkley Home Situations Questionnaire or Wender Utah Rating Scale are to be determined] guidance is needed; 7-8 hrs of sleep. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, salads, avoid caffeine, alcohol, junk foods, canned foods. Listen to the piano and nature sounds, they will help in memory retention.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
As you have no any other problems, you should not use it. Side effects are insomnia, can be mood swings, decreased appetite. It will not increase concentration in normal ones. If you joined this online workshop [yes+] or youth empowerment skills programme [art of living course], they will give practical techniques to increase your concentration, confidence in exams without side effects.
To start Ritalin, psychologist [Barkley Home Situations Questionnaire or Wender Utah Rating Scale are to be determined] guidance is needed; 7-8 hrs of sleep. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, salads, avoid caffeine, alcohol, junk foods, canned foods. Listen to the piano and nature sounds, they will help in memory retention.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
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