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The document discusses the misuse of prescription stimulant drugs like Adderall. It notes that while prescription drugs can help with illnesses and needs when taken as prescribed, misuse by taking larger doses, someone else's medication, or for unintended purposes is problematic. Specifically, it outlines some of the negative health effects of misusing stimulants like increased blood pressure and risk of infectious diseases from needle sharing. Though stimulants can effectively treat conditions like ADHD when taken properly, repeated misuse can lead to side effects ranging from mild like skin issues to more severe like psychosis, aggression or seizures. In total, around 16 million US adults misuse prescription stimulants with potential for death or long term health complications.
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- 2. Stimulants
- 3. Introduction Prescription drugs are a blessing and curse at the same time. Being prescribed medication can prevent one from suffering from a long or short term illness or can help with everyday needs. The misuse of prescription drugs is where the curse comes in. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the definition of misuse of prescription drugs is taking a larger dose than prescribed. Taking someone else’s medication or taking a prescribed drug for other purposes than when instructed to do so. Prescription stimulants are a huge drug that are often misused such as dextroamphetamine/amphetamine (Adderall).
- 4. Prescription Stimulants affect... Stimulants can affect your health in a negative way even though they are prescribed to help your physical and mental health in a positive way. Some negative effects would be: Increased blood pressure and heart rate Lack of blood flow Increased blood sugar The misuse of stimulants can also have a toll on your mental health and cause reactions with the drug. “Repeated misuse of prescription stimulants, even within a short period, can cause psychosis, anger, or paranoia. If the drug is injected, it is important to note that sharing drug injection equipment and having impaired judgment from drug misuse can increase the risk of contracting infectious diseases such as HIV and hepatitis” (NIDA).
- 6. Disadvantages ● Weakness or numbness in the arms or legs. ● Dizziness. ● Slowed or difficult speech. ● Chest pain. ● Hives or rash. ● Blistering or peeling skin ● Changes in vision. ● Aggressive behavior. ● Paranoia. ● Mania. ● Seizures.
- 7. Advantages Some stimulants help with ADHD and can be helpful in a positive light with proper moderation and usage.
- 8. 16 million US adults use, misuse, and abuse prescription stimulants.
- 9. Misuse of Prescription Stimulants Can result in death, mental health diagnosis, and a long term of health complications.
- 10. “Over time, those habitually using Adderall develop a tolerance to the drug and are unable to function normally without it.” - Addictioncenter
- 11. Discussion Post: Do you agree with stimulants being used to help with depression or ADHD? Do you have any personal experience with prescription stimulants?
- 12. References:9 Memorable Quotes from Former Addicts. (2016, July 13). Retrieved from https://drugabuse.com/9- memorable-quotes-from-former-addicts/ Adderall Abuse. (2018, December 04). Retrieved from https://drugabuse.com/adderall/ Adderall Symptoms and Warning Signs. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.addictioncenter.com/stimulants/adderall/symptoms-signs/ National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2018, July 02). Commonly Abused Drugs Charts. Retrieved from https://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/commonly-abused-drugs-charts#DEA Prevention. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.drugfreekidscanada.org/prevention/drug- info/prescription-drugs/#Opioids/ Painkillers