What are Non-Stimulants Used For?

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Non-stimulants have become popular in recent years as an alternative to stimulants or as an addition to therapy with a stimulant compensator. Because stimulants increase particular brain activity, non-stimulants, such as Strattera and Intuniv, can be used to balance particular negative side effects.
 

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3 Common Stimulants for ADHD

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ADHD is most effectively treated through a combination of medication and counseling. However, there are many cases in which the problem was resolved through medication. Here are some common stimulants used for ADHD. 

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What is ADHD?

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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a common behavioral disorder that effects many children and continues into adulthood. It is most easily identified by the attention problems associated with the disorder and has become the most internationally common disorder found in children.
 

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3 Stimulants to Avoid

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When a prescription drug is not prescribed to you, it will most likely be harmful. Partaking of these drugs, despite their seemingly positive or euphoric effects, can cause severe issues in the near to late future. Stimulant drugs have become an issue lately due to their immediate effects of providing focus for college students during crunch time. Here is a short list of those related drugs and the dangerous side effects associated with them. 

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Alcohol Abuse and its Correlation With Prescription Drug Abuse

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It has been shown that individuals who abuse alcohol are more likely to abuse prescription drugs as well.  Individuals under the age of 25 are especially susceptible. Researchers at the University of Michigan have shown that men and women who abuse alcohol are 18 times more likely to abuse prescription drugs.  This is of great concern because using alcohol while taking the most commonly abused prescription medications can be a deadly combination.  At least seven percent of those claiming to abuse alcohol and prescription drugs claim to have taken them at the same time within the last year. 

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