It has been reported that some children on Ritalin have reported feelings of suicide. In fact, children who have been on Ritalin for long periods are being rejected from all branches of military since Ritalin is a mind-altering drug. There are many theories and ideas. However, the increase of its diagnosis also can be contributed to parents and teachers being more educated on the subject. Others see the increase in the diagnosis of attention deficit disorders may have a direct link to technology and the increased use of computer games.
Computer games require a longer attention at a faster rate.
These children may have a difficulty in maintaining their attention span in a classroom setting because it is at a slower pace and they become bored. Many teachers see this as an attention problem. Because of minimum standards children must meet, teachers do not have the time to deal with children that are inattentive and disruptive. This leads to teachers who are eager to suggest that inattentive children show signs of ADHD and should be prescribed Ritalin to improve a child's performance. In an effort not to medicate their children, some parents are searching out schools that tailor to children with attention problems.