Adderall Withdrawal & Detox
Adderall is a brand-name prescription stimulant used to treat attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. The drug is a combination of two stimulants, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, which can help people stay focused on tasks and experience increased energy.
Adderall is popular among high school and college students planning long study sessions and seeking better grades. Two common side effects of Adderall are lack of appetite and sleep, which can lead to staying up all night studying or finishing school assignments. A July 2017 study in the Addictive Behaviors journal, data was collected from around 7,300 college students without ADHD and 29 percent believed that using Adderall or similar stimulants would improve their grades. Many medical professionals say this belief among students is misguided and that Adderall does not have a direct connection to improved grades.
Adderall misuse is also common among young adults and is a big contributor to emergency room visits. A study published in 2016 in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry found a 67 percent increase in Adderall misuse in recent years among adults who didn’t have ADHD. Most were ages 18 to 25. Emergency room visits increased by 156 percent from 2006 to 2011.
Adderall can be a dangerous drug. Misuse is quite common among teenagers, students and young adults in the United States, and there are many questions about the stimulant. These come from people who are suffering from substance use disorder or family members and friends. For more information about Adderall addiction, misuse and treatment options, The Recovery Village compiled some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the drug.
If you or a family member becomes addicted to Adderall, help is available. The first step is entering a rehabilitation facility and receiving treatment. It is vital to go through a medical detoxification process to safely manage withdrawal symptoms. This will begin the recovery process under the guidance of trained and knowledgeable professionals who can help you begin a substance-free life.

- Depression
- Phobias or panic attacks
- Insomnia or sleeping too much
- Anxiety
- Intense hunger
- Irritability
- Fatigue
- Panic attacks
Additionally, a person’s strong desire to resume taking Adderall is a common sign of withdrawal. When a person experiences Adderall withdrawal, it is recommended to seek medical assistance to help cope with symptoms.
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- Highest dosage
- Length of time taking the drug
- Diet and exercise
- Sleeping patterns
- Genetics
- Personal and family health history
Another factor for the withdrawal timeline is which detoxification program someone chooses. A rapid-detox strategy, which speeds up withdrawal symptoms, boasts a quicker timeline but often can lead to recurring substance misuse once detoxification finishes.
A medically supervised program that involves tapering off the drug can lead to a lengthy withdrawal timeline. However, this is considered one of the safest approaches to drug detoxification and lessens the discomfort of symptoms. By decreasing Adderall dosage, withdrawal effects can be minimized until the body is completely cleansed of the stimulant toxins.
Regardless, each person’s recovery journey is unique, and there are many factors that determine how long someone may experience withdrawal symptoms.
- Highest dosage
- Length of time taking the drug
- Diet and exercise
- Sleeping patterns
- Genetics
- Personal and family health history
Another factor for the withdrawal timeline is which detoxification program someone chooses. A rapid-detox strategy, which speeds up withdrawal symptoms, boasts a quicker timeline but often can lead to recurring substance misuse once detoxification finishes.
A medically supervised program that involves tapering off the drug can lead to a lengthy withdrawal timeline. However, this is considered one of the safest approaches to drug detoxification and lessens the discomfort of symptoms. By decreasing Adderall dosage, withdrawal effects can be minimized until the body is completely cleansed of the stimulant toxins.
Regardless, each person’s recovery journey is unique, and there are many factors that determine how long someone may experience withdrawal symptoms.
- Blood tests
- Co-occurring disorders assessments
- Medical, psychological and social evaluation
- Risk assessment
All of these can help you and your medical team choose the best direction to take in your recovery. Making sure a detoxification process fits your individual needs is vital to a successful substance-free existence.
- Feedback from past and present clients and their family
- The available levels of care
- Treatment for each person’s biological, social and psychological needs
- The estimated length of time of each program
- Whether or not taper medications are used as a detoxification strategy
- How much programs can be altered for an individual’s needs
The Recovery Village’s centers offer clients and families a wide range of treatment options to help set the framework for a successful recovery. Services vary at each facility, but the different substance misuse treatment options available include:
- Detoxification
- Inpatient residential
- Partial hospitalization
- Intensive outpatient
- Outpatient rehab
- Aftercare and sober housing
Co-occurring disorders such as mental health issues or eating disorders often coincide with Adderall dependency. Depending on the facility, different treatment options for eating disorders include:
- Stabilization
- Inpatient residential
- Intensive outpatient
- Partial hospitalization
- Aftercare and sober housing
Mental health is an important part of the rehabilitation process. The Recovery Program realizes how common co-occurring mental health disorders, such as anxiety or depression, are for people suffering from addiction. Because of the connection between these struggles, we offer mental health treatment at each of its facilities through individual therapy, 12-step group therapy and family therapy.
At all of our centers, clients can endure the Adderall withdrawal and detoxification symptoms with the peace of mind that comes with personalized counseling and round-the-clock medical care. At The Recovery Village, we understand that substance use disorder can be a lifelong challenge. Here, each client can build the necessary skills to continue their recovery long after detoxification ends.
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Your call is confidential, and there's no pressure to commit to treatment until you're ready. As a voluntary facility, we're here to help you heal -- on your terms. Our sole focus is getting you back to the healthy, sober life you deserve, and we are ready and waiting to answer your questions or concerns 24/7.
Speak with an Intake Coordination Specialist now.352.771.2700