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ADHD Weekly — Don’t Have ADHD? Meds Won’t Improve Grades

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Some college students have the mistaken idea that medications prescribed for ADHD will help them improve their grades, even when they don’t have ADHD. Researchers are showing that any improvement might be nothing more than a placebo effect—one that carries a lot of risks. Keep reading for tips on preventing the misuse of medications.

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