Question

You're listening to a talk show on the radio. the guest happens to be an expert on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. one question asked of the guest concerns treatment. the expert says, "ritalin is used to control this disorder. it is a depressant and has side effects." what was wrong with the expert‘s comments?

a. ritalin is a stimulant, not a depressant.
b. ritalin doesn‘t control the disorder; it cures it.
c. ritalin is never prescribed for adhd.
d. ritalin has been shown to cause no side effects.

Answer 1

The answer is A, as ritalin is a medicine that simulates chemicals and nerves in your brain that contribute to hyperactivity. Depressants do the opposite, they shut them down or slow them down