Anthony Cole Ritalin Suicide

15 year old Anthony Cole apparently hanged himself after an increase in his medication, British newspaper the Daily Mail reports. He had been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and had been prescribed the drug Ritalin. The boy committed suicide on March 8, 2008. Ritalin is a commonly prescribed medication and does have side effects, including nervousness, aggression, and appetite loss, insomnia.

Fast Facts:

1. 15 at the time of his death
2. Inquest will take place
3. Leaves behind 3 siblings, mother and father
4. Had been taking Ritalin for 6 years
5. Common side effects of Ritalin:
   1. High blood pressure
   2. Trouble sleeping
   3. Nervousness
   4. Over excitement
   5. Loss of appetite
   6. Increased heartrate

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