[broadsword]

Some kids have chemical imbalances that diet will not cure.

Interesting. The drug-company-kickback-kings in the failed Shrink industry like to say this, but what are the tests for these chemical imbalances that call for Ritalin? Hmmm? Ever think to ask that? Well there AREN'T ANY.

[Fierce Allegiance]

I may not be able to answer your direct question, but I do know that for my daughter, Ritalin has been a godsend. It saved her life. Say what you will. I am glad we made the right decision.