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    Vyvanse Research Paper

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    Vyvanse, otherwise known as Lisdexamfetamine, is a schedule 2 controlled substance used to treat primarily Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, or ADHD in children and adults, and more recently to treat Binge Eating Disorder, or BED in adults. Vyvanse is a central nervous system stimulant belonging to the class of drugs known as amphetamines and works by affecting chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to both hyperactivity and impulse control. More specifically, Vyvanse alters the…

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    Psychoactive drugs, substances that alter and affect brain processing, have many different impacts on psychological and physical behavior. Two different classes of psychoactive drugs, narcotics and stimulants, are commonly abused drugs. Narcotics and stimulants have different effects on the body; however, these effects can be beneficial or adverse depending on the rationale behind utilizing them. Narcotic drugs, such as morphine, are highly addictive. However, morphine is commonly used for…

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    Going away to college is one of the most awaited stages in a young person’s life. Here is where people face being independent for the first time, where they have to become responsible young adults in order for them to succeed. The college atmosphere includes a lot of freedom, where there is no direct parental supervision, and this is where many young adults find themselves. However, too much freedom leads to people making unwise decisions, like drugs and alcohol. As years pass, more and more…

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    Amphetamine sulfate (Adderall) can be prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and is a schedule II drug, which cannot be sent electronically from the clinic to a pharmacy. Schedule II drugs always require a printout prescription that the patient can take…

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    amphetamines are not widely used and suggested in the medical field. However, there are still some medications available in the U.S. that contains amphetamines, such as Dextroamphetamine, Levoamphetamine, Lisdexamphetamine, Methamphetamine, Adderall, Adderall XR, and Dexedrine. These are amphetamines is inclusive of many of the amphetamines or amphetamine containing drugs that are marketed under various brand names throughout the U.S. amphetamines are legal if they are used by the user who is…

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    three million children are prescribed drugs to help them focus. These drugs increase concentration at the time, which is why they are so widely used by college students, but what a lot of studies fail to mention are the long term affect drugs such as Adderall, and Ritalin will have on an individual. ADHD- Involves inattention, impulsivity, and excessive motor activity resulting in academic and social problems. (Berk) Children with ADHD cannot focus on tasks that require mental effort for more…

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    Being a student is difficult at times. Students now all over the United States feel pressured to do well in school and get good grades. Being pressured can have a lot of negative effects. Some students might take drugs during their school years or plagiarize to get their schoolwork done effectively and efficiently. High school students feel pressured to get into excellent universities on scholarship so they don’t have to pay so much money. College students feel pressured to get college degrees…

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    Cooper. Borden (after taking the maximum dosage the first time) explains how the pill shifted his senses, making his auditory sense lessened while simultaneously increasing his visual sense. Soon after, he notes that he experienced a head rush "like Adderall, but without the speediness". He even experienced an increase in happiness and a decrease in nervous-anxiety while on the pill. Borden attributes these qualities of Modafinil as allowing him to perform faster, with less errors and…

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    male the same age. She has said that she hasn’t hugged or held hands with her crush yet. She has not reported any kissing either. 5. Substance Use: P.C has reported that she is taking Adderall. She has also mentioned that she has coffee…

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    Intro Legalizing drugs would help out with many things, such as medical, government benefits, schooling, decreasing crime, and would increase the amount of jobs available. Government would get more money because the drugs would be taxed. Medical uses because it would calm patients down. Schools because it helps people focus more in school. Jobs, because with production of legal drugs you would be able to hire more people since it is legal. We think drugs should be legalized because of the…

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