It was known as Minimal Brain Dysfunction in the original DSM(1952) and Hyperkinetic Reaction of Childhood in DSM-II(1968). But in fact use of amphetamine as a

It was known as Minimal Brain Dysfunction in the original DSM(1952) and Hyperkinetic Reaction of Childhood in DSM-II(1968). But in fact use of amphetamine as a treatment goes all the way back to the 30s! And Ritalin(methylphenidate) appeared in the 1950s.