Ritalin and children > Worried parents asked our expert if physicians were prescribing Ritalin as a quick fix for children who don't even have ADHD?

What should I do with a 15-year-old teenager who refuses to take medication?

How do I enforce punishment to children with ADHD without affecting their self-esteem?  

Will interrupting the treatment have an adverse effect on the child's psychological well-being?

How serious is ADHD?