Topic: Vyvanse

A new study reported by NBC News links high doses of ADHD stimulant medications to an increased risk of psychosis and mania. Dosages exceeding 40mg of Adderall or 100mg of Vyvanse were found to correlate with a 5.3 times greater likelihood of developing psychotic symptoms. These levels are noted to be within the range of common medical prescriptions.

The United States is experiencing a significant shortage of ADHD medications like Adderall and Vyvanse, attributed to a 46% increase in prescriptions over the last decade. The surge is linked to the rise of telehealth platforms during the pandemic. Reports indicate some parents are resorting to giving their children caffeine drinks to compensate for the lack of available prescription stimulants.

A letter from producer Sir Tenly Stone describes the high correlation between adult autism diagnoses and transgender identification on social media. Stone suggests that autistic individuals, who often struggle with social cues and engage in "mimicry," are being convinced by therapists and social media that their social confusion is actually gender dysphoria.

Women on TikTok are reporting that their ADHD medications, including Adderall and Vyvanse, are no longer effective, leading to theories about formula changes during a national shortage. Some users claim drug tests have shown no amphetamines in their systems despite taking their prescribed doses, while others suspect they are being given Dexedrine or placebos. Medical professionals suggest that long-term users may simply be developing a tolerance to the stimulants after years of use.

A listener shares a harrowing account of "Adderall-induced psychosis" experienced by a former girlfriend. The narrative describes how a standard prescription for ADD led to severe paranoia, delusions of being hacked, and eventual arrest. The segment warns about the dangers of highly prescribed stimulants like Vyvanse and their similarity to methamphetamines.

A connection is drawn between the use of ADHD medications like Adderall and the user experience of Instagram. The hosts argue that the app is "fine-tuned for the Adderall mind," providing a constant feedback loop of likes and visual perfection. Amphetamine use is described as widespread among young people for both academic and social performance.

During an MSNBC interview with Rachel Maddow, Hillary Clinton's pupils appeared extremely dilated despite the bright studio lights. The hosts speculate on the cause, ranging from attraction to Maddow to the use of stimulants like Vyvanse or Adderall. They contrast Clinton's appearance with Maddow's constricted pupils and discuss the psychological impact of pupil dilation on perceived trustworthiness.

The hosts play a clip of Hillary Clinton appearing to make a vulgar verbal slip during a high-energy campaign speech. They joke about her intense demeanor, suggesting she may be using stimulants like Vyvanse or Adderall to maintain her schedule.

The Washington Post reports on a push for mandatory mental health screening and treatment on college campuses as a public health approach to suicide prevention. The hosts express concern that this will lead to the over-diagnosis of an entire generation, resulting in increased prescriptions for drugs like Adderall and Vyvanse. They argue this system could eventually be used to strip individuals of their rights based on "mental hygiene" criteria.

The pharmaceutical drug Vyvanse, promoted by Adam Levine, is scrutinized for its marketing tactics that emphasize 14-hour productivity. The commercials include warnings about the risk of abuse and the illegality of selling the drug, which some argue inadvertently highlights its black-market value. Side effects listed for the amphetamine-based medication include sudden death, stroke, and mental illness, yet it is marketed as a tool for adults to manage daily tasks like laundry and work.

A professional study recommending MDMA (ecstasy) for treating post-traumatic stress disorder in veterans is analyzed. The hosts also critique new CDC guidelines suggesting HIV tests for everyone aged 15 to 64, regardless of risk. Additionally, they discuss the pharmaceutical industry's push to provide ADHD medications like Vyvanse and Adderall to prison inmates, viewing it as a form of state-sponsored drug pushing.