A drug meant for people with ADHD/ADD, in order to help them control their hyperactivity and help their attention span. It can also be used as a drug for recreational purposes, but is generally advised not to be because it is dangerous if not used properly.
Doctor to Mother: We will need to put Adam on Ritalin to control his ADD.
Ben: Hey bro, got any Ritalin?
Bill: Why, you got ADHD?
Ben: Nah I need some new drugs to try.
Bill: You better not dude, that shit can mess you up.
Ben: Hey bro, got any Ritalin?
Bill: Why, you got ADHD?
Ben: Nah I need some new drugs to try.
Bill: You better not dude, that shit can mess you up.
by HannahFancyPants November 25, 2016
A controlled substance prescribed to kids dealing with ADD/ADHD and some people in Adulthood. Some may call it "synthetic speed".
I was up on a 72 hour ritalin binge, I ran out and kept seeing pieces of ritalin on the ground even though it was drywall.
by FDC88 February 24, 2015
Ritalin makes kids act like lab rats - more compliant, more willing, and able to obey adult commands. Ritalin inhibits exploration, spontanaeity, and overall interest in the environment. It also induces repetitive, meaningless behaviours such as rhythmic head movements, pacing and chewing, picking or rubbing the body.
Over time ritalin will cause drug-induced brain malfunction.
Ritalin is most commonly used for making children obsessed with meaningless robotic activities.
Over time ritalin will cause drug-induced brain malfunction.
Ritalin is most commonly used for making children obsessed with meaningless robotic activities.
Rodney: There ain't no way in hell you're putting my son on Ritalin -- but I'll take some. How much for five dollars? Let me get a small bag.
by Batdang April 03, 2011
Methylphenidate based brand named stimulant medication primarily for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)/ADD. Often given to children on the advice of elementary school teachers due to restless and disruptive behavior they exhibit in the classroom. It is thought to help them sit still and pay attention. The drug is akin to Cocaine, but lasts a bit longer. Therefore, it is often abused by people who want to lose weight or succeed in school. Often causes Insomnia and Anxiety. Most doctors prescribe Ritalin to those who have ADHD so that they can just shut their patients up. Often helps at least 70% of people who have the disorder.
Teacher: Why are you being so disruptive, did you forget to take your Ritalin this morning?
Student: Yeah, I forgot. Sorry.
Teacher: Thought so. I may have a few in my desk somewhere. Try to remember next time.
College Student: I can't go to this class at 8:30 in the morning! Mad early.
Friend: Dude, just take a Ritalin and wash it down with coffee. You'll be good.
The next day
College Student: Dude, that Ritalin is amazing! I was able to exercise, do my laundry, and get to class on time.
Friend: Yeah, let's get wasted now!
Student: Yeah, I forgot. Sorry.
Teacher: Thought so. I may have a few in my desk somewhere. Try to remember next time.
College Student: I can't go to this class at 8:30 in the morning! Mad early.
Friend: Dude, just take a Ritalin and wash it down with coffee. You'll be good.
The next day
College Student: Dude, that Ritalin is amazing! I was able to exercise, do my laundry, and get to class on time.
Friend: Yeah, let's get wasted now!
by PTrockstar92 February 16, 2014
The tight-knit groups of academic high-achievers who owe some or all of their accomplishments to illicit use of Adderall (Ritalin). Very common in prestigious universities.
"Know where I can get some oxy?"
"I'd recommend asking one of the ritalin mafia guys. They know the right doctors."
"I'd recommend asking one of the ritalin mafia guys. They know the right doctors."
by Harvard Business May 26, 2009
The time period before and during finals when everyone is frantically studying all that shit they didn't pay attention to in class, usually with the help of perscription ADHD medicine. During this time the black market value of such drugs increases as students discover how scarce the drugs have become, with everyone denying their own secret stash as they search for more.
by righteous asshole December 21, 2006
electronic devices given to children - I-pods, cell phones, DVDs in cars, X-Box, Play Station, Nintendo, etc - to keep them quiet & busy - can range from a blessing to a curse
"Honey, did you bring the electronic ritalin? This is going to be a twelve hour drive"
"Yes the boys picked out a dozen DVDs and brought their I-Phone chargers"
"Now we can discuss every life issue in privacy and fall in love again"
"What do we do when the DVDs run out? Listen to their stories and fall in love with them again"
"Yes the boys picked out a dozen DVDs and brought their I-Phone chargers"
"Now we can discuss every life issue in privacy and fall in love again"
"What do we do when the DVDs run out? Listen to their stories and fall in love with them again"
by Alpino August 05, 2012