What if Einstein had taken Ritalin?
A recent article published by the American Psychological Association asks the question “What if Einstein had taken Ritalin?”. More specifically, the article speculates how Einstein and Edison would have been affected if they had been taken Ritalin for their learning disabilities. If they had been on Ritalin, would they still have made the historical discoveries they are credited for?
This is the first time I’ve read that Chicago DJ, Erich “Mancow” Mueller had ADHD and his parents refused to give him Ritalin. He struggled through school, but now excels as a fast talking, wise guy radio personality.
Bottom line of the article: Ritalin or other drugs to treat ADHD will dull inspiration and creativity.
You can read it at: What if Einstein had taken Ritalin? ADHD’s impact on creativity
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By Nick J, June 2, 2009 @ 11:12 am
This is very interesting and I’m curious to know more about the effect the disease itself may have on creativity? What about other medicines such as Aderall?