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The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact everyone’s life and has increased the amount of stress and seclusion people are feeling which has\u00a0<\/span>led<\/span>\u00a0to worsening mental health and an increase in\u00a0<\/span>substance use and misuse<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n As the semester nears the end, you may find yourself feeling more overwhelmed or stressed than usual. This is normal and is experienced by many college students. When this happens,\u00a0<\/span>it is best to find healthy ways to cope with your stress<\/span><\/b>\u00a0instead of turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as using Adderall, Marijuana or other drugs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”What is Adderall? Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”]<\/p>\n Adderall is a stimulant used to treat people with\u00a0<\/span>ADHD<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and\/or\u00a0<\/span>Narcolepsy<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0 It works by changing the\u00a0<\/span>amount<\/span>\u00a0of natural substances in the brain which helps people with ADHD pay attention, stay focused, and\u00a0<\/span>control<\/span>\u00a0impulsive<\/span>\u00a0behavior.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Adderall is also often ref<\/span>erred to as a\u00a0<\/span>study drug<\/span><\/a>. Study drugs are typically<\/span>\u00a0stimulant<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>that are\u00a0<\/span>prescribed to treat ADHD\u00a0<\/span>but are\u00a0<\/span>used by someone who doesn\u2019t have a prescription to\u00a0<\/span>improve\u00a0<\/span>concentration an<\/span>d help them study.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Side Effects Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n With any drug, there are always side effects.\u00a0<\/span>Some of the potential\u00a0<\/span><\/b>side effects<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0associated with incorrect or\u00a0<\/span><\/b>unprescribed<\/span><\/b>\u00a0Adderall use are:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Tutor Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n If you are stressed from school, try:\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you need help understanding\u00a0<\/span>class\u00a0<\/span>material, set up an appointment with\u00a0<\/span>Tutoring Services<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” admin_label=”Conclusion Blurb” _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”]<\/p>\n Although Adderall is commonly used for people with ADHD and narcolepsy, it is not meant to be used by someone who doesn\u2019t have one of these disorders. Adderall use needs to be controlled and prescribed\u00a0<\/span>by a doctor<\/span>.\u00a0 It may seem as though Adderall is harmless and will help you study or stay focused but taking it without doctor approval or regulation can result in a range of negative side effects.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If would like to talk to someone or would like support, set up an appointment with\u00a0<\/span>WSU Counseling Services<\/span><\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span>Health and Wellness Services<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Both Counseling and Health & Wellness Services follow HIPPA confidentiality rights.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact everyone’s life and has increased the amount of stress and seclusion people are feeling which has\u00a0led\u00a0to worsening mental health and an increase in\u00a0substance use and misuse.\u00a0 As the semester nears the end, you may find yourself feeling more overwhelmed or stressed than usual. 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Why risk it? Instead, focus on building healthy study habits.\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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