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BL
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634518
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Moore, Elaine A.,1948-
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| Title & Author
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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
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| Publication Statement
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Jefferson, N.C. :: McFarland & Co.,, c2011
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| Series Statement
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McFarland health topics ;; [10]
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| Page. NO
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viii, 240 p. :: ill. ;; 23 cm
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| ISBN
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9780786458738 (softcover : alk. paper)
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: 0786458739 (softcover : alk. paper)
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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| Contents
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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?
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| Abstract
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"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
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Amphetamines
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Methylphenidate
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Central nervous system stimulants
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder-- Chemotherapy
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Amphetamines-- therapeutic use
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Amphetamine-Related Disorders-- psychology
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Amphetamines-- adverse effects
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Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity-- drug therapy
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Methylphenidate-- therapeutic use
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| Dewey Classification
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362.29/9
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| LC Classification
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RC568.A45M66 2011
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2010 N-017
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QV 102
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