Trending Now - ADHD Medications Linked to Lower Psychosis Risk, Research Shows

WHO:

Researchers in the UK conducted the study on ADHD medications.

Methylphenidate is the active ingredient in the ADHD medications Ritalin and Concerta.

WHAT:

A large study found that methylphenidate may lower the risk of psychosis when prescribed to younger children with ADHD.

The study indicated no evidence that methylphenidate increases children's odds of later developing schizophrenia.

WHERE:

The research was conducted in the UK.

WHEN:

The findings were reported in March 2026.

WHY:

The study aimed to investigate the long-term effects of ADHD medications on the risk of developing psychosis.

HOW:

The study analyzed the effects of methylphenidate on children diagnosed with ADHD.

(UPDATED March 26, 2026 00:40 UTC)

A large study conducted by researchers in the UK has found that methylphenidate, the active ingredient in ADHD medications like Ritalin and Concerta, may actually lower the risk of psychosis in younger children diagnosed with ADHD. The findings, reported in March 2026, showed no evidence that this medication increases the odds of developing schizophrenia later in life. This research aimed to investigate the long-term effects of ADHD medications on the risk of developing psychosis in children.