ADHD drugs could treat ALZHEIMER'S: Scientists say there's 'good evidence'

ADHD drugs could treat ALZHEIMER'S: Scientists say there's 'good evidence' Common drugs given to hyperactive children could also treat Alzheimer's, research suggests. 

Dementia patients given ADHD medication like Ritalin saw significant improvements to their cognition and brain function, according to a review.

The drugs are thought to be a good match because they kickstart a brain region that influences things like attention, learning and memory. The Daily Mail

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• Cognitive and neuropsychiatric effects of noradrenergic treatment in Alzheimer’s disease: systematic review and meta-analysis (open access) Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry