More middle and high school students are abusing prescription ADHD drugs like Adderall and Ritalin, which treat symptoms of ADHD like inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
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In recent years, an increasing number of middle and high school students are misusing prescription ADHD medications, with a University of Michigan study indicating that one in four are abusing stimulants. These drugs, such as, are commonly used to treat symptoms of ADHD, including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. However, many students are turning to these medications to enhance their academic performance, increase their ability to focus, and stay awake for longer periods of time.
The misuse of stimulants can lead to a false sense of self-confidence and make academic performance worse. These drugs can temporarily increase the ability to focus, and reduce the need for sleep, but are likely to have negative consequences that outweigh any potential benefits., but they rank as the most misused prescription drug among teens. The study finds that there is a significant link between legitimate and illicit ADHD drug use.
30mg tablets of Shire Plc's Adderall XR are arranged in a Cambridge, Massachusetts pharmacy on August 15, 2006. Many middle and high schoolers are abusing ADHD medication to enhance their academic performance and increase their ability to focus.
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