Amphetamine Debate

The Use of Adderall, Ritalin and Related Drugs for Behavior Modification, Neuroenhancement and Anti-Aging Purposes

AvElaine A. Moore

Häftad, Engelska, 2010

Del i serien McFarland Health Topics

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Beskrivning

This book covers both sides of the debate over amphetamine 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 amphetamine use.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2010-11-18
Mått:152 x 226 x 18 mm
Vikt:340 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:McFarland Health Topics
Antal sidor:248
Förlag:McFarland & Co Inc
ISBN:9780786458738

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Samhälle och kultur inom Samhälle och politik

Mer om författaren

Elaine A. Moore has worked in hospital laboratories for more than 30 years, primarily in immunohematology and toxicology. She is a freelance medical writer and laboratory consultant. For more information, visit her website at www.elaine-moore.com. She lives in Sedalia, Colorado.

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Innehållsförteckning

Table of ContentsAcknowledgments viiiForeword by K. Scott Pacer, M.D. Introduction 1: History of Amphetamine and Related Psychostimulants 2: Medical and Other Effects of Amphetamine Compounds 3: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 4: Ritalin, Adderall, and Other Treatments for ADHD 5: Amphetamines as Cognitive and Performance Enhancers 6: Methamphetamine—From Pervitin to Desoxyn to Crystal Meth 7: Amphetamines and Drug Dependence 8: Short and Long Term Adverse Effects of Psychostimulants 9: The Neuroscience Revolution: What Comes Next? Resources Glossary Bibliography Index