More Students Turning Illegally To 'Smart' Drugs : NPR

They're commonly called "smart drugs" or "study drugs." Scientists call them "cognitive enhancers." Drugs like Adderall and Ritalin, generally prescribed for attention-deficit disorder, are increasingly being used by college students to help them study despite serious side effects, researchers say.

Adderall, nicknamed "Addy" by students, is the most popular study drug on college campuses around the country, according to scientists. Students say ... Full Story »

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by Kenneth Sibbett - Feb. 7, 2009

An article I hope opens the eyes of the students, but mostly the parents and doctors. It seems like every other child is on Ritalin in schools. The children who are a little hyper, the parents run down to the doctor's office to put their child on this drug. We have a nation of medicated children, that are really just babysitter's for teacher's and parent's who don't have to give the extra time. The DEA should break down on these doctor's who are just pacifying the parents and the ... More »

If the college kids are getting better grades by using these drugs, and are graduating with their diploma's, what is the difference for athletes who ... More »

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by Elizabeth Gaffney - May. 4, 2009

I would recommend this story because of the relevance of the topic within college campuses today. However, this author doesn't cite nearly enough of his sources to make his research and interviews credible. He should cite the scientists and researchers from whom he draws these conclusions about the safety of students usage.

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