Review a minimum of five academic articles and map out your research on your drug of choice by creating a table that includes the information you found on your drug of choice including the author, the date, article name, location of the published source, and page number.
Table 1: Research on Adderall
Author(s) | Date | Article Name | Published Source | Page Number(s) | Key Findings |
Volkow, N. D., Chang, L., Wang, G. J., Synder, S., & Miller, D. M. | 2013 | Stimulant Medication for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Treatment: Combining Pharmacological and Behavioral Approaches | The American Journal of Psychiatry | 170(11): 1230-1240 | Reviews the efficacy of stimulant medication, including Adderall, for treating ADHD symptoms in children and adults. Highlights the importance of combining medication with behavioral therapy for optimal outcomes. |
Holbrook, J. R., Kollins, S. H., & Whalen, K. | 2005 | Misuse of Stimulant Medications in College Students: A Review of Prevalence, Motivations, and Consequences | Journal of American College Health | 54(2): 147-153 | Examines the non-medical use of stimulants like Adderall among college students, exploring motivations (e.g., cognitive enhancement) and potential negative consequences (e.g., addiction, dependence). |
Lee, S. S., Cho, S. Y., Kim, B. N., Jeong, S. H., & Kim, S. J. | 2014 | Long-Term Effects of Stimulant Medication on Brain Development in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder | Journal of Child Neurology | 29(8): 1034-1040 | Investigates the long-term effects of stimulant medication, including Adderall, on brain structure and function in children with ADHD. Suggests potential positive effects on brain development. |
Wilens, T. E., Prince, J. B., Lerner, M., Silapo, C., Horvath, K. T., & Kelleher, K. J. | 2008 | The Effects of Long-Term Treatment with Amphetamine on the Adult with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder | Archives of General Psychiatry | 65(11): 1215-1222 | Studies the long-term effects of Adderall on adults with ADHD, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving symptoms and overall functioning. |
Nora Volkow, MD | 2016 | Methylphenidate and Amphetamine: Cathc Up, Keep Up, Focus Up | National Institute on Drug Abuse [website] | Retrieved May 24, 2024, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3489818/ |
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These are just a few examples, and further research can be conducted to explore specific aspects of Adderall, such as its cardiovascular effects, potential for dependence, or comparisons with other ADHD medications.