Also read up on all the side effects. You may end up having to use 2 or 3 other drugs to deal with the side effects.
Ritilin is not a cure all and never will be. Perhaps it does work for some but I would think a very small percent.
ALSO it is very helpful to deal with the public school district by having an advocate with you at all times. Do you have a friend who is a teacher? These meetings are very nervewracking and you will need alot of support at them.