Amphetamine addiction is a widespread problem in the U.S. In 2020, about 10.3 million people aged 12 or older misused stimulants, including amphetamines. Substance use disorders can affect those of...
Brain zaps can be an uncomfortable but not necessarily dangerous part of withdrawal from certain medications, including SSRIs. A tapering schedule may reduce brain zaps. A brain zap is the sensation of...
Stimulant use, abuse and addiction in the US has risen in recent years. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 16 million adults use prescription stimulants, and five million of them...
As a central nervous system stimulant, Vyvanse is usually prescribed to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Unfortunately, it also has a high risk of abuse, dependence and addiction. Although most people take Vyvanse...
Cocaine drug tests may use urine, saliva, blood or hair samples to detect recent cocaine use. However, some tests are more likely to be used than others. Cocaine is an...
Adderall IR and XR are similar to one another in many ways. However, there are also several key differences between these two dosage forms. Adderall was the 24th most commonly prescribed drug in...
Rates of methamphetamine addiction are skyrocketing. The stimulant is available by prescription but is more commonly sold as an illicit street drug. The substance has been growing in popularity for...
Meth is a dangerous drug with the potential for serious, long-lasting damage. Learning these warning signs of meth use is the first step to getting loved ones the help they...
What dose of Adderall someone should take depends on several factors. Taking too high of a dose can lead to dangerous effects and even overdose. Many medications come in multiple...
Depending on which Adderall form you take, many factors from age and genetics to drug interactions and testing methods affect how long Adderall stays in your system. Adderall is a stimulant...