Title The amphetamine debate : the use of Adderall, Ritalin, and related drugs for behavior modification, neuroenhancement and anti-aging purposes / Elaine A. Moore ; foreword by K. Scott Pacer

Published Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., ©2011

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Description 1 online resource (viii, 240 pages) : illustrations Series McFarland health topics ; [10] McFarland health topics ; 10. Contents History of amphetamine and related psychostimulants -- Medical and other effects of amphetamine compounds -- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) -- Ritalin, Adderall, and other treatments for ADHD -- Amphetamines as cognitive and performance enhancers -- Methamphetamine-from pervitin to desoxyn to crystal meth -- Amphetamines and drug dependence -- Short and long term adverse effects of psychostimulants -- The neuroscience revolution : what comes next? Summary "This book covers both sides of Adderall prescription and use. It discusses the history of amphetamine and related stimulants; ADHD and the use of Ritalin and Adderall to treat it; related neuroenhancers; methamphetamine from Desoxyn to crystal meth; the nature of addiction and side effects; sociological effects of amphetamine compounds; and expert opinions for and against Adderall use"--Provided by publisher Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index Notes Print version record Subject Amphetamines. Methylphenidate. Central nervous system stimulants. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder -- Chemotherapy Amphetamine-Related Disorders -- psychology Methylphenidate SELF-HELP -- Substance Abuse & Addictions -- Drug Dependence. Amphetamines. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder -- Chemotherapy. Central nervous system stimulants. Methylphenidate. Form Electronic book ISBN 9780786480128 0786480122

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