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In the midst of a prescription drug abuse crisis, a source of concern is coming to light: misuse of Adderall, the medication used to treat children with ADHD. Continue Reading
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Researchers have noticed a growing trend among college students that has raised prescription drug abuse to a new level: Some students have been found to feign ADHD symptoms in order to obtain prescriptions for stimulants such as Ritalin and Adderall. A new study published in the current issue of Psychological Assessment shows how prevalent the practice of faking ADHD may be among college-age adults.
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Studying for finals? Need to stay up late to study one last time before the test? If you are like many students on college campuses today, you may find yourself turning to Adderall, a prescription drug that is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) but has the opposite effect on those without the disorder. However, Adderrall is incredibly addictive and will bring many more woes than getting a lower grade on your next exam.
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The placebo effect is a concept studied in a number of research trials to determine if medication works as well or better than the belief of the potential of the medication. In other words, is a person receiving a benefit from the medication or the belief the medication is working? Continue Reading
