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Last updated: October 8, 2026 [Key Takeaways] Taking a friend's or roommate's Adderall, Ritalin, or Vyvanse without a prescription is considered misuse, not legitimate medical use. Evidence that these stimulants improve grades or focus in people without ADHD is weak — most studies find an increase in how alert someone feels, not actual task performance. Combining a borrowed stimulant with sleep deprivation, caffeine, or alcohol can raise cardiovascular strain and anxiety. Possessing or sharing a prescription stimulant you were not prescribed is a federal offense and can also trigger campus disciplinary action. Sleep-focused study habits and a real ADHD evaluation are safer paths than self-medicating with someone else's pills. This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please talk with a licensed healthcare professional about your own situation. See our Medical Disclaimer . Every finals week, prescrip...

Last updated: September 30, 2026 [Key Takeaways] A January 2026 study in a Nature Portfolio journal analyzed screen-use data from 50,231 U.S. children and teens ages 6-17 using the National Survey of Children's Health. Kids using screens 4 or more hours a day showed a 45% higher likelihood of anxiety and a 61% higher likelihood of depression compared with lower-use peers. The same high-use group also showed a 24% higher likelihood of behavior or conduct problems and a 21% higher likelihood of ADHD. The study is correlational and based on parent-reported survey data, so it cannot prove that screen time causes these outcomes. In May 2026, the U.S. Surgeon General issued a public health advisory on excessive screen use in children and teens, and parents have several practical tools available to help manage daily screen habits. This article is intended for general informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Pl...