Why do people with ADHD who need stimulants get prescribed a safe version of amphetamines instead of a safe version of something like cocaine?

Question

There are so many kinds of chemical stimulants why are amphetamines the thing ADHD patients need?

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Answer 1

Because heaven forbid you actually enjoy your meds. It’s why they no longer prescribe Xanax and Klonopin, but stick you with half-effective beta blockers for anxiety these days. It would be awful if I not only didn’t have anxiety but also enjoyed my life temporarily to make up for the shitty times I’m anxious (ie most of the time I’m not medicated)