Psychostimulants are medications that increase the chemical messengers in the brain that stimulate certain areas. There is good evidence that psychostimulants can reduce symptoms of inattention and hyperactivity/impulsitivity by enhancing certain chemical messengers in the brain. There are two types of psychostimulants: Immediate release (short-acting) and Modified release (long-acting)

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