As exams and summer are approaching the level of concentration is slim to none for most students.
Here at the University of Maryland, a drug that was once used medically is now a recreational drug for most. It is a drug that many experts are calling “steroids for school.”
Adderall is being used all over college campuses to stay up late and cram for tests and exams. But, most people do not view this pill as a drug. In fact, only 2% of college students think Adderall is dangerous according to a study that evaluated Adderall.
Over 2/3 of college students get offered Adderall on a daily basis, and about half say yes according to a study in 2012 published by The Journal of American Health.
So, I asked a group of 130 girls from the University of Maryland, all different ages and ethnicities, if they have ever tried Adderall once, they’ve taken it more than once, or have never tried it at all, only 15 girls said they had never tried it at all.
One girl reported to trying it only one time, and her explanation was that she had only tried it one time, because her first time was just a few days ago and that she, “would most likely be trying it again.”
However, not many people are informed about the scary side effects of taking Adderall. Minor side effects include paranoia, anxiety, vomiting, headaches, and insomnia.
On a larger scale Adderall can lead to depression and psychotic tendencies, like hearing things and believing things that aren’t true.
The drug contains DEA Schedule II substances that can make one have a psychological dependency.
In fact, many experts believe that some don’t really need this drug to concentrate; they believe it is all in their head.
Adderall has many alternate forms that can produce similar side effects and consequences. These forms include Ritalin, Vyvanse, and Concerta, which are distributed at the same rate as Adderall.
Understanding the consequences is important before consuming any drug, and Adderall is no different. While many of the negative effects of Adderall are not totally obvious, the drug can still take a toll on your body and mind.