Thread: Diagnosis required - What is wrong with me ?

Originally Posted by Jesus of Suburbia

The effects of Adderall have never been linked to cocaine, while Ritalin's have. The fact that you've immediately lumped the two together in your mind tells me a lot.

What do you mean by "never been linked?" They are in the same category, which is called "stimulants." Are you saying their effects are not similar? They in fact are. I told you I used a metaphor. Do you know what a metaphor is? Your willingness to be personally insulting over this topic while ignorant about the topic tells me a lot. Here, learn something...

Drugs Similar To Adderall | LIVESTRONG.COM

Perhaps the most infamous drug that shares some similarity to Adderall, cocaine is a powerful stimulant. Although it is not a member of the amphetamine family, cocaine's stimulant effects are similar to those of amphetamines, reports the DEA--although these arise more quickly and do not last as long as those of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine.

Adderall abuse treatment and rehab | Challenges Program 1-888-755-3334

Adderall abuse can have very serious side effects, similar to manic behavior exhibited by meth or cocaine users, including increased heart rate and high blood pressure. Other side effects include:

Reduced desire for food
Insomnia
Abdominal cramping
Dehydration
Depression
Symptoms of anxiety
Dangerous weight loss

Stimulants | NIDA for Teens

http://www.justice.gov/dea/druginfo/...Stimulants.pdf