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A graph showing the positivity rates for Adderall Urine Drug Tests.

Adderall Usage Abuse

Grace Reiners, Visuals Editor December 6, 2016

Adderall, an amphetamine classified by the D.E.A. as a Class 2 controlled substance, alongside cocaine and morphine, is a stimulant that allows individuals to stay awake and concentrate for long periods...

Rate of animal abuse rises despite increased education

March 13, 2013

According to the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), 6-8 million animals enter one of the 3,500 shelters in the U.S. every year due to abuse or abandonment. Animal shelters are overpopulated, and...

Bullying remains prevalent among teenagers

Bullying remains prevalent among teenagers

November 20, 2012

Bullying is an increasing problem in schools across the country. Approximately 160,000 kids countrywide skip school every day in fear of being attacked or bullied by other students. There are three...

Shortage of ADHD medications directly affects students

January 26, 2012

Stimulant medications improve the lives of 70 percent of children and adults who suffer from ADHD. Stimulants like Adderall and Ritalin, the most common ADHD stimulants, have been proven to help and...

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