(FYI - the article that the guy is replying to is misinformation. Two commenters have provided snopes links for anyone curious.)

  • @[email protected]
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    11 month ago

    Yeah, and it allows them to focus for longer than usual, they don’t have the same calming effects as us, but there are performance benefits at the right dose for anyone (even non adhd folk)

    • @Maggoty
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      11 month ago

      The research doesn’t support that though.

      • @[email protected]
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        11 month ago

        I mean, clearly they’re using it for a reason right? They wouldn’t be seeking them out if it didn’t do something good for their studying.

        • @Maggoty
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          11 month ago

          It provides a feeling of euphoria and thus a sense of confidence.

          • @[email protected]
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            11 month ago

            I think it’s a bit more than that. I’m not disagreeing, though, I think most people abusing it also have ADHD. I know I wasn’t diagnosed through school and when I found out about stimulants I definitely used them to study.

            • @Maggoty
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              11 month ago

              Self medication is certainly a possibility.