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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Adderall® is the trade name for a stimulant prescription drug containing four amphetamine salts. Also referred to as addys (the college student name), bennies, beans, black beauty, and more, this powerful amphetamine is most commonly used to treat symptoms of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) and narcolepsy. This type of prescription drug is a stimulant and can be highly addictive.Adderall and similar stimulants have been called ‘the study drugs’. Students will misuse this drug in order to cram for exams. They mistakenly believe that this study drug will enhance their academic performance, however, there is no evidence substantiating this belief. Similar, long-acting drugs include: How Does Adderall Affect the Body?Adderall comes in tablet or capsule form and can be swallowed, snorted, smoked, or injected. People who misuse this stimulant drug often crush it and snort or smoke it. Additionally, some individuals crush the tablets or open the capsules, mix the substance with water, and then inject it. Depending on the method of consumption as well as the type of Adderall (extended-release versus immediate-release), the effects of this drug can be felt within minutes to about half an hour. The length of time the effects last are also dependent on these factors and can last from a few hours to an entire day. Adderall is generally considered a long-acting drug which is part of its appeal to users.While Adderall is relatively safe if used as prescribed, misuse can quickly lead to dependence and addiction. Prescription stimulants, including Adderall, are central nervous system stimulants and impact the brain by increasing the activity of dopamine and norepinephrine. Adderall’s structure is similar to these naturally occurring brain chemicals which play vital roles in the brain. Dopamine is connected to the brain’s reward system and norepinephrine is involved in functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing. When stimulants are abused, there is a significant risk of overactivity in these areas which can lead to overdose and death.When doctors prescribe Adderall they start on low doses, slowly increasing dopamine in the brain and gradually build up as needed. However, when the drug is misused and snorted, smoked, or injected, the release of dopamine can be much more intense and lead to serious negative side effects. This intense release can also make the person more likely to become dependent and addicted. Common Side Effects of AdderallAs mentioned, Adderall increases the activity of neurotransmitters in the
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