The effect of methylphenidate-OROS® on the narrative ability of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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This study found that methylphenidate (Ritalin/Concerta) improved storytelling coherence and overall narrative ability in children with ADHD and language impairment, which may be helpful for families of children with 16p11.2 syndromes who often experience both ADHD and expressive language challenges.