APS
APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020
Beliefs about Prescription Psychostimulant Use and Abuse Differ across Groups Based on ADHD Diagnosis
- 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