The idea of comparing Adderall vs meth seems absolutely absurd to most people. One is a medication widely prescribed to treat ADHD in adults and children, whereas the other is an illicit substance associated with the worst kind of drug addiction. No, the substances...
Adderall is a popular recreational drug, sought after due to its reputation as a cognitive booster. Distracted by the prospect of improved professional or academic performance, users often fail to realize that this stimulant also has a major effect beyond brain...
The slow decline into addiction is a story we’ve all heard before and one that usually starts off with some sort of high—but can that happen accidentally? There are plenty of instances where FDA-approved medications inadvertently causing euphoric or similar...
The demands of work, parenthood, and school have never been higher. And with social media constantly showing what we could be doing, it’s no wonder that people are having a hard time feeling like they’re keeping up. As such, it’s understandable how prescription...
Adderall, Concerta, and Ritalin are all common stimulant medications prescribed to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). They all carry similar benefits and risks, with addiction being one of the possible risks. Although these medications are mostly...
How to Ease Adderall Withdrawal Adderall is a brand-name, prescription drug. It’s classified as an amphetamine and is a central nervous system stimulant. Adderall is one of the most commonly prescribed amphetamines and is a schedule II controlled substance....
Treating Adderall Addiction Adderall is a prescription, brand-name version of the stimulant drug amphetamine. Adderall has approved medical uses in the U.S. It’s given to patients to treat ADHD, and less commonly, narcolepsy. Despite its use as a...
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