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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

Beliefs about Prescription Psychostimulant Use and Abuse Differ across Groups Based on ADHD Diagnosis

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Clinical Science

  • Taylor Bucher
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Muhammad Abubakar
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Sukhmani Dhillon
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Kristine Jacquin
    Fielding Graduate University

Abstract

Research shows stigma about prescription psychostimulant use for ADHD. The purpose of this study was to identify beliefs about prescription psychostimulant use and abuse between participants who were diagnosed with ADHD, never diagnosed, or believe they have ADHD. We found significant differences in beliefs about prescription psychostimulant use and abuse.

Substance Use and Abuse