ADDY FOR A's
An investigation into Adderall use by
Central Michigan University students
Macomb senior Emma Nowacyzk studies for finals Dec. 4 at the Charles V. Park Library on Central Michigan University's campus. Nowacyzk is legally prescribed Adderall for her ADHD.
"Living in a society where we must constantly be thinking about multiple things is hard enough; adding in ADHD is a mess," she said. "I'd prefer to not take [Adderall] but it helps me get what I need to do done."
Aspects of the issue
More college students are turning to Adderall in hopes it will improve their energy and focus. Why? What are the consequences, if any? What's the history of the drug and what should you do if you witness an overdose?
There are health and legal ramifications of Adderall. The health ramifications have both physical and psychological effects and the illegitimate use of the drug can have legal consequences.
Students that struggle with addiction can turn to resources on and off campus. However, there are only a select few to choose from. Adderall, though highly addictive, is not recognized as a problem by many, until an addiction becomes severe. So, when someone recognizes a problem, where can they go for help?
How college students obtain Adderall, how the drug is policed and attitudes towards “The Study Drug.”
Header image by Quinn Kirby, video by Sophie Bates.