ADHD Meds Quiet the Brain’s “Chatter”

Ever wonder how ADHD meds actually work in the brain? This study found that methylphenidate (yep, Ritalin) helps boys with ADHD by dialing down the brain’s default mode network—the part that gets noisy and distracts you when you’re supposed to focus. The bigger the brain “quieting” effect, the faster and better the kids performed on attention tasks. Basically, the meds help the brain stop daydreaming and get stuff done! #ADHD #BrainScience #Neuroscience #Health