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Adderall Statistics And 2023 Shortage

Adderall is hard to find at some pharmacies following a labor shortage at the largest U.S. supplier. In 2022, labor shortage have made it more difficult to get medication. Adderall is one of the drugs that has been effected.

Analysis of google trends data shows that ADD Management has been A Breakout Search Query in 2022 increasing to All-Time Interest levels.

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Adderall Demand Statistics

Adderall is a medication stat treats ADHD which is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by inattentiveness, impulsivity and/or hyperactivity that is severe enough to interfere with school, work, and other aspects of life.

  • The CDC estimates, based on data from 2016 to 2019, that approximately 10% of children are diagnosed with it, with boys more likely to receive a diagnosis.
  • Almost 16 million prescriptions for Stimulants like Adderall were written in 2012, approximately triple the amount written in 2008.
  • 116,000 Adderall users admitted to drug and alcohol rehab
  • College students are twice as likely to abuse Adderall than their peers who aren’t in college.

Adderall and other stimulant drugs are a common and effective way of managing ADHD symptoms but that doesn’t mean everyone should take adderall. The amount of prescriptions for Adderall has increased at an alarming rate.

Adderall Shortage Statistics

From analyzing google trends data, we were able to find that search queries for New ADHD Medications hit an all-time high at the same time the Adderall shortage was announced, increasing by over 550%.

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Search queries for new ADHD medication also rose in conjunction with the shortage reaching its all-time high-interest level.

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Who Misuses Adderall?

Adderall misuse, abuse, and addiction is shockingly common. We conducted a statistical analysis of google search trends and found that people searching for “Adderall withdrawal” is an extremely popular topic.

In Fact, the amount of people that search for Adderall withdrawal on google has increased by 170% in recent years. Here is a further breakdown of Adderall statistics.

  • A troubling trend in college students is the misuse of Adderall, with a prevalence rate of 7% in 2015 – the highest rate seen over recent years. Particularly concerning was that nearly 11% among 21 to 22-year olds were misusing this potentially harmful stimulant; more males (9.3%) reported nonmedical use than females (5.3%).
  • In 2012, almost 16 million prescriptions for stimulants like Adderall were written which is almost triple the amount prescribed in 2008.

Anyone can become dependent on it after using it for prolonged periods, even after using it in the way prescribed. It is estimated that over 100,000 people per year seek addiction treatment as a result of misusing Adderall. Once you become addicted, attempts to quit may cause Adderall withdrawal.

Final Thoughts On Adderall Abuse

It is important to understand the risks and dangers associated with taking Adderall, as it can have adverse effects on physical and mental health. While it initially can provide short-term help for those struggling with certain mental health issues, long-term use and abuse usually result in dependency and addiction. Adderall addiction can be a difficult one to overcome, but resources such as Magnified Health Systems exist to help people struggling with addiction get back their life. If you or someone you know is dealing with an Adderall addiction, please reach out to Magnified Health Systems as soon as possible and learn more about how to manage the situation and take the initial steps on your journey toward recovery and sobriety.

Questions And Answers About Adderall Abuse

How many college students take Adderall?

A research study by Ohio State University shows that one in six college students report that they've used stimulants like Adderall, Ritalin, or Dexedrine, without a prescription. All of these drugs are normally prescribed for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

What percentage of college students abuse Adderall?

Studies show that 14.6% of male college students have abused Adderall and 8.8% of female college students have abused Adderall. College students have a higher misuse rate among college students than their non-college peers by 11.1%.

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Dr. Bickley graduated from U.C. Irvine with honors: Phi Beta Kappa, Golden Key International Honor Society, Cum Laude. He has been featured on national radio and print media. He is also a frequent lecturer at National Conferences. He holds an A.S. degree in Drug & Alcohol Studies, and two B.A. degrees in Criminology & Psychology, and masters and doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. He is a licensed California Drug & Alcohol Counselor Level II, a licensed Clinical Supervisor and is certified in treating Eating Disorders.

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