WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT RITALIN ABUSE
When the facts are laid out on the table, you have to consider that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a very confusing illness. Overall, this problem is defined by a low attention span (hence the name), hyperactivity, impulsive behavior, and recklessness, and certain individuals may have an especially hard time sitting still for long […]
LINK BETWEEN ADHD AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Many individuals suffer from ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), a psychological condition characterized by a short attention span, incessant hyperactivity, disorganization, and distraction. However, recent studies have shown that children suffering from this disorder can potentially suffer from severe issues including alcoholism and drug abuse further down the road. In fact, approximately 25% of adults […]
MICRODOSING LSD
People have long claimed that certain recreational drugs can enhance the creative process and increase our focus and productivity. For example, many young people abuse ADHD drugs like Ritalin and Adderall because they think it will help them study and retain facts. It’s not just kids looking for that burst of inspiration, however. In Silicon […]
HALLUCINOGEN-PERSISTING PERCEPTION DISORDER
Many people are under the assumption that hallucinogenic drugs are fairly harmless – you experience some psychedelic effects, maybe have a spiritual awakening – and the worst that can happen is you have a bad trip that you’ll eventually forget, like a vivid nightmare. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. It’s possible for you to […]
MANAGING YOUR CHILD’S PRESCRIPTIONS IN RECOVERY
If your child is in recovery for substance abuse, first of all – congratulations on making it this far. The hardest part is often getting them to admit that they have a problem and need help, and you’ve managed to navigate finding an appropriate treatment center and seeing your child through the worst of it. […]
TEN MOST COMMONLY ABUSED PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
In today’s medical market there is a pill for everything. Everything? Everything. From your run of the mill fears such as public speaking or flying to the chronic pain caused by a car accident, drugs are prescribed for every ailment you can possibly imagine. A direct result of treating symptoms instead of the actual disease, […]
RECREATIONAL ADDERALL USE IS NOT “SAFE”, DESPITE WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE HEARD
You probably have heard of recreational ADHD (Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) medicine used to improve performance in many different areas such as testing performance, athletics, or other skills that require intense concentration. But what you may not know is that it is a drug that you can easily get hooked on, and is often difficult to […]
DRUG TESTING
Whether it’s a regular workplace occurrence or takes place after an arrest, there are several practical and ethical problems associated with drug testing. One of the most common tests is done on hair to detect the presence of cocaine. Unfortunately, the effectiveness of this is by no means perfect and has been debated hotly for […]
AMPHETAMINES AND THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN
Many children and teens with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can benefit from taking prescription amphetamines, such as Adderall and Ritalin. These medications are safe enough when used properly and closely supervised by parents and physicians, but they are also easy to abuse. In particular, adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17, a period when […]
ALL ABOUT ADDERALL
Adderall is made up of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine and can be a useful medication for those who suffer from ADHD. However, because of the manner in which it operates in the brain Adderall is steadily becoming one of the most frequently abused drugs. It binds to norepinephrine and dopamine receptors in the brain and increases […]
