Ritalin improves brain function, task performance in cocaine abusers, study finds
Tuesday, September 7, 2010 - 10:14
in Psychology & Sociology
A brain-scanning study reveals that an oral dose of methylphenidate, commonly known as Ritalin, improves impaired brain function and enhances cognitive performance in people who are addicted to cocaine. The study suggests that methylphenidate, combined with cognitive interventions, may have a role in facilitating recovery from drug addiction.