Prevention of Misuse of Stimulant Medications for Adhd

Abstract

This article reviews information about the irrational use of stimulants among high school and college students and its prevention by regulating the use of stimulant drugs by involving school health officials and physicians on recognizing the signs and symptoms of stimulant misuse, education on the risks and benefits of stimulant use, and opportunities for prevention of misuse. The goal of this activity is to enhance physician counselling of patients with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and decrease the rate of stimulant misuse and diversion.