The ritalin phenomenon has been rife since the 80s.
I can’t tell you it’s religious implications. I can tell you it is a medical fraud.
A swift swat to the rear used to keep kids in line. In my day you were swatted by teachers and if your father found out you got it again.
The left has prevented traditional parenting. Perhaps the left is the purview of Satan. I used to have religious views on things. Now I let God take care of things celestial and I concentrate on take care of earthly problems. To wait for divine intervention is basically just giving up.
Not surprised.
Also the use of exorcism/prayers for diliverance has gotten very popular these last few years. Folks are realizing that we are dealing with not just with human factor but also the spiritual factor.