‘Smart Pill’ Use Skyrockets Among Students
High school and college students are popping more speedy prescription pills than ever in an attempt to help them study.High school and college students are popping more speedy prescription pills than ever in an attempt to help them study.
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Studying with diligent friends is fine, says Heidi Lessing, a University of Delaware sophomore.
But after a couple of hours, it’s time for a break, a little gossip: “I want to talk about somebody walking by in the library.”
One of those friends, however, is working too hard for dish — way too hard.
Instead of joining in the gossip, “She says, ‘Be quiet,’ ” Lessing says, astonishment still registering in her voice.
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