Adderall, once a popular “study drug,” has seen a decline of misuse on college campuses since the pandemic. But experts are still worried—especially since consumption of marijuana and alcohol are up.
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Feb 28, 2022
Adderall, once a popular “study drug,” has seen a decline of misuse on college campuses since the pandemic. But experts are still worried—especially since consumption of marijuana and alcohol are up.
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June 17, 2021
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December 6, 2019
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November 15, 2019
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November 7, 2019
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September 9, 2019
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June 27, 2019
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