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The amphetamine debate : the use of Adderall, Ritalin, and related drugs for behavior modification, neuroenhancement and anti-aging purposes /
- Title
- The amphetamine debate : the use of Adderall, Ritalin, and related drugs for behavior modification, neuroenhancement and anti-aging purposes / Elaine A. Moore ; foreword by K. Scott Pacer.
- Author
- Moore, Elaine A., 1948-
- Publication
- Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2011.
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Details
- Description
- viii, 240 p. : ill.; 23 cm.
- Summary
- "This book covers both sides of Adderall prescription and use. It discusses the history of amphetamine and related stimulants; ADHD and the use of Ritalin and Adderall to treat it; related neuroenhancers; methamphetamine from Desoxyn to crystal meth; the nature of addiction and side effects; sociological effects of amphetamine compounds; and expert opinions for and against Adderall use"--Provided by publisher.
- Series Statement
- McFarland health topics ; [10]
- Uniform Title
- McFarland health topics ; 10.
- Subjects
- Bibliography (note)
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Contents
- History of amphetamine and related psychostimulants -- Medical and other effects of amphetamine compounds -- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) -- Ritalin, Adderall, and other treatments for ADHD -- Amphetamines as cognitive and performance enhancers -- Methamphetamine-from pervitin to desoxyn to crystal meth -- Amphetamines and drug dependence -- Short and long term adverse effects of psychostimulants -- The neuroscience revolution : what comes next?
- ISBN
- 9780786458738 (softcover : alk. paper)
- 0786458739 (softcover : alk. paper)
- LCCN
- 2010038425
- Owning Institutions
- Princeton University Library