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Adulthood: Transitioning Into (Expert Forum)
Nootropics for studying.
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Jason Greenberg, Ph.D. - Anxiety, Depression
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Nootropics for studying.
by Victoria14, Sep 21, 2009 05:07AM
These few days, i came across articles and so on with regard to nootropics, a.k.a smart drugs.
I was just wondering whether, how big will its benefits be for a 14 year old?
In addition, what are the effects if i stopped adminstrating it, after a regular intake?
Finally, is there any long term side effects which may not surface?
I was just wondering whether, how big will its benefits be for a 14 year old?
In addition, what are the effects if i stopped adminstrating it, after a regular intake?
Finally, is there any long term side effects which may not surface?
Doctor's Answer
by Jason Greenberg, Ph.D., Sep 24, 2009 11:01AM
, Sep 24, 2009 11:01AMTo: Victoria14
Victoria,
I would without hesitation STAY AWAY from these so-called "smart drugs." I am not well versed about them; my warning to you comes from my knowledge that a teenager's brain is still forming, and none of us have any idea what the short-term or longer-term impact on brain development these (or any other) drugs have. I think the question to be asking yourself is, why would you need to consider taking these drugs to begin with?
I would without hesitation STAY AWAY from these so-called "smart drugs." I am not well versed about them; my warning to you comes from my knowledge that a teenager's brain is still forming, and none of us have any idea what the short-term or longer-term impact on brain development these (or any other) drugs have. I think the question to be asking yourself is, why would you need to consider taking these drugs to begin with?
Member Comments (2)
by Victoria14, Sep 29, 2009 06:50AM
I need them to actually improve my performance in studies. A very important exam is coming up too. Also, it i thought that since such a good thing is available, why not benefit yourself from those?
