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submitted 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) by The_Picard_Maneuver to c/microblogmemes
 

(FYI - the article that the guy is replying to is misinformation. Two commenters have provided snopes links for anyone curious.)

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[–] Maggoty 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

The research doesn't support that though.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I mean, clearly they're using it for a reason right? They wouldn't be seeking them out if it didn't do something good for their studying.

[–] Maggoty 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

It provides a feeling of euphoria and thus a sense of confidence.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I think it's a bit more than that. I'm not disagreeing, though, I think most people abusing it also have ADHD. I know I wasn't diagnosed through school and when I found out about stimulants I definitely used them to study.

[–] Maggoty 1 points 1 month ago

Self medication is certainly a possibility.