Prescription stimulant misuse (PSM) is the use of medications for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) without a prescription or in methods not prescribed. Prescription stimulants increase focus and concentration and are …
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The loss of a loved one can be a distressing event for college students and may affect academic performance and increase their risk of developing mental health problems. In addition, …
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Sexual identity minorities have been found to report higher rates of substance use putting them at a higher risk for substance use disorder (SUD). The aim of this study was …
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Prescription stimulant misuse is most common in young adults between 18-25 years and may cause serious side effects such as blurred vision, sleep disruption, and seizures. The current study looks …
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Nonmedical use of prescription drugs (NMUPD) among college students has become an important public health concern. One important factor is whether or not medical use of prescription drugs leads to …
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Heavy drug use leads to negative consequences among individuals along with society as a whole. Due to this fact, it is important to learn which young adults are continuing drug …
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Opioid misuse and related deaths have increased over the previous decade making it essential to know factors that may influence opioid misuse among young adults. An at-risk subpopulation for misuse …
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Non-medical use of prescription drugs (NMUPD) is an issue among young adults and is associated with negative outcomes such as college dropout, poor academics, poor employment, and adverse health behaviors. …
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Previous research has shown that approximately one-fifth of college students use prescription stimulants non-medically. Some motivations for this use are cognitive enhancement, to get high or prolong the effects of …
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People using prescription opioid drugs for non-medical reasons has become a growing problem across the country. Interventions provided to college aged students is important because opioid use during this time …
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