Amphetamine

One of the many controversial topics today, medicational abuse for enhancing academic success and excuses for misbehavior in the classroom, has many hidebound viewpoints. It is believed by some that ADHD is a very significant disease that cannot be controlled without medicine. This is strongly displayed in today's society. The disorder, ADHD, is often controlled by some sort of medicine that is most likely overprescribed by a physician, giving students an unfair advantage in the classroom, and…

This Public Service Announcement (PSA) from Montana meth project, shows a picture of a girl on a lawn, with a random guy on top of her, all alone, with a transparent look on her face as if she is out of this world. On top of the PSA is the text “15 bucks for sex isn’t normal. But on meth it is.” This text is obvious of what meth does to you. On the far right is a white box with the text reading: “meth not even once.” The thesis for this PSA is: reducing meth use. The purpose of the PSA is to…

Methamphetamines – The Gripping Addiction Purpose Advertisements have always played a huge role in society, now more than ever. Produced in copious amounts, whether to sell a product or educate, they all have a common goal, to convey a specific message. The single frame advertisement created by Daren Aronofsky aims to alarm the audience through the idea that if you try meth once, both your life and the life of those around you will change violently. Similarly, the multi-frame advertisement…

Once at the specialist the doctor will overview the notes given by the pediatrician, teacher, and will take notes on the parental description of what is causing the child to have these learning issues. The specialist will review how the child behaves in class, how well he or she is doing in classes, how well the youth gets along with others (friends/classmates), and how well the child reacts to authority. Once all those steps are reviewed the behavioral specialist will review patient family…

Introduction Strattera is the product name for atomoxetine. Physicians prescribe it to both children and adults diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, one of the most common childhood disorders that can continue into adulthood. Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have trouble paying attention and controlling their behavior. Strattera is in a class of medications known as selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It works by increasing the…

Devon was diagnosed with ADHD inattentive type when she was nine years old. Devon was in the forth grade at the time and was having trouble completing her class work. Devon was a pleasant and quiet little girl at school, but was easily distracted and often day dreamed causing her to have trouble with class assignments. Devon also had a hard time listening and completing task at home. Her parents had to repeat things to her often and Devon would forget what she was told. Devon was put on 20…

Walter White is one of the main characters in the TV series Breaking Bad. In the first season, the character of Walter White undergoes a tremendous transformation. In general, the first season is about discovering how close Walter White can get to “Breaking Bad”. This growth and development of his character are critical because the life he embarks on is one that demands that he adapts to new traits to prosper and most importantly, to survive. For example, for the transformed from a poor…

Discussion To our knowledge, this is the youngest medication-induced erection case ever reported. At present, psychotropic medications, especially risperidone, are commonly used in the treatment of behavioral disorders in children diagnosed with vastly diverse conditions10-12. However, this report showed that it may be essential to monitor signs and symptoms related to genital systems when this group of medications are used. Although this condition is rare in children6, it has a negative…

Acetaminophen is one of the most widely used analgesics and anti-pyretics around the world1. Because of its safety, acetaminophen is the most common drug used in children for the relief of fever and pain2, 3. It is available in both oral (tablet & liquid) and rectal forms (suppositories). Various research studies have indicated that both forms have potential efficacy for the treatment of fever in children; however, there may be variations in administration, absorption and toxicity4-6. The oral…

A child having issues in school can be the main factor in ADHD, which can lead to the concern that treatment may be needed. ADHD is a well-known disorder that interferes with the functioning of the brain through the patterns of inattentive and hyper activity. Individuals that are affected by ADHD may often experience problems; lack of attention to instructions, easily distracted, unnecessary talking, and not being able to sit still in their seat. The issues that a child with ADHD may deal with…