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Saturday, November 10th, 2018

Increases in Opioid Overdoses in Arizona Lead to Spike in Organ Donations

Increases in Opioid Overdoses in Arizona Lead to Spike in Organ Donations In recent years, drug and opioid overdoses in Arizona have steadily risen. Interestingly enough, so have organ...
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Wednesday, July 11th, 2018

Arizona Rehabs Discuss the History of Opioid Addiction

Arizona Rehabs Discuss the History of Opioid Addiction There’s no doubt that our country is in the throws of a crisis. How did opioid addiction begin? Let’s take a...
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Monday, June 11th, 2018

What is the Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale?

What is the Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale? Everyone’s experience with addiction is different. Likewise, everyone’s path toward recovery is unique. When it comes to overcoming an addiction to opiates,...
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Friday, May 4th, 2018

The Importance of Medically Supervised Detox

The Importance of Medically Supervised Detox When an addiction sufferer realizes they have a drug or alcohol problem, the decision to stop using is a tremendous first step. However,...
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Thursday, April 26th, 2018

Length of Opioid Prescriptions and Opioid Addiction

Length of Opioid Prescriptions and Opioid Addiction Every day, people who were only seeking a little pain relief unwittingly become addicted to opioids. Most get prescriptions from their doctors...
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Monday, April 16th, 2018

Myths of Opioid Addiction

Myths of Opioid Addiction The news is bleak and the numbers are staggering. Opioid use in the United States has been on a sharp incline over the past two...
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Saturday, March 31st, 2018

Who’s Going to Pay for the Opioid Crisis?

Who’s Going to Pay for the Opioid Crisis? If you were to ask most recovering heroin addicts about their past choices, they would probably say that they would have...
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Saturday, March 31st, 2018

How 12 Step Rehab Works

Will 12 Step Rehab Work for Me? The 12 step method is considered by many addiction experts to be the best help for long-term addiction recovery. However, it is...
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Wednesday, March 28th, 2018

Adderall Abuse Among College Students

How Prevalent is Adderall Abuse Among College Students? Adderall abuse is widespread in the U.S. Young people between ages 18 and 25, particularly college students, are the worst offenders....
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adderall addictive or habit forming?

While Adderall, when taken as prescribed, can be incredibly helpful, it can also lead to addiction for some people. Adderall is classified as a stimulant. A user may get used to the high levels of dopamine that Adderall stimulates in their brain and feel dependent on the drug.

Is Adderall bad for you long term?

There are side effects of any drug, including prescription drugs. Contact your prescribing doctor with questions about your prescription. Long-term misuse of Adderall may lead to heart problems and may also increase your risk for heart attack or stroke. Other side effects may include seizure, irregular heartbeat, skin discoloration, high blood pressure, and heart disease.

How much Adderall can I take in a day?

Take only the prescribed amount of Adderall every day. Be on the lookout for signs of addiction and abuse of Adderall. Signs of Adderall abuse include taking more than the prescribed dose or taking it more frequently than prescribed. Other signs of Adderall abuse include mixing it with other substances or injecting it.

Which one is better Adderall or Ritalin?

Both Adderall and Ritalin are prescription drugs. They work in different ways and one may work better for you, than the other, but that will depend on your individual needs. It may take some trial and error to find the prescription and dosage that works best for you. Your physician should be able to help determine which ADHD medication works best for you.

What do I do if Adderall doesn't work for me?

If Adderall doesn’t work to help with your ADHD symptoms, contact your physician. Don’t stop taking the prescribed medication until you have discussed it with your physician.

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