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Is methylphenidate a depressant?

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No, despite the fact that it is supposed to make hyper kids 'slow down and concentrate' it is actually a stimulant.

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What is a depressant what does it do?
It depresses your central nervous system and slows everything down.
How do you get Depressants?
you have to see a metal health professional then be reffered to a doctor then perscribed them
What are depressants?
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What is depressant?
able to reduce nervous activity
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