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Amphetamine abuse
In the current diagnostic code, "abuse" is reserved for a milder form of addiction than the diagnosis of dependence. Just think of addiction as an abnormal attachment to the substance, compulsive use, and problems controlling its use in spite of negative consequences.
Dr. Paulo Negro Jr reviewed this
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How can amphetamine abuse be reversed?
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What sort of problem is amphetamine abuse?
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What is the definition or description of: amphetamine abuse?
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Effects of amphetamine abuse on circulation?
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What are long term effects on amphetamine abuse?
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Can amphetamine abuse cause damage to your heart that shows up years later?
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Any relation between psychosis and amphetamine abuse?
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A 21-year old male asked:
I have read reports that long term Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) abuse can cause permanent dopamine damage. Would taking 30mg Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) a few times a month do same thing?
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Coming off Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) abuse- self medicated fatigue problem. Would something like provigil be a bad idea?
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A 26-year old female asked:
I have lost all motivation interest & pleasure in life after 5 yrs of adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) abuse? After many failed attempts, what are the best supplements/vitamins to to aid me in restoring my brain & body?
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What are common symptoms of amphetamine salt abuse?
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What long-term effects does chronic amphetamine use or abuse have on your body?
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A 28-year old male asked:
I keep making excuses, like it will help me study, for abusing amphetamines. What are some ways to help me get through the urges?(diet,support,etc.)
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What are the affects of abusing adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)?
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A 23-year old male asked:
Why would I be unaffected by amphetamines despite not having a history of usage or abuse? Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) or IR adderall does nothing for focus problems.
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Could Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) be prescribed to a person with a history of drug abuse?
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A 27-year old male asked:
I abused Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) to the point where I lost all feelings of pleasure, now a year clean, are there any meds that will help my dopamine flow?
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Some questions about adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine)? Can I use it if prior history of abuse or heart palpitations?
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I abused Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine). Frequent urge to urinate. takes time to do it. Weak stream. Bladder never feels empty. No burn unless I hold it in. Not STD or BPH.
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Is seeing someone with missing teeth a tipoff about meth abuse?
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My girlfriend wants to take phentermine to lose weight but is in recovery for meth abuse?
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