ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021
The Adderall Epidemic: A Proposed Cyclic Relationship between ADHD Medication Use, Academic Performance, and Mental Distress
- Rebecca Koltun
Binghamton University, The State University of New York - Dennis Cregin
Binghamton University, The State University of New York - Sana Malik
Binghamton University, The State University of New York - Lina Begdache
Binghamton University (SUNY) - Devon Umeozor
Binghamton University
Abstract
ADHD medications are used illicitly by undergraduate students, often to improve academic performance. Our study found that its use was highly correlated with adverse side effects, the inability to focus, and a low GPA. These findings led us to propose the existence of a deleterious cycle.
Substance Abuse and Addiction
