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On the Moral Use of “Smart Drugs”
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On the Moral Use of “Smart Drugs”

By Mitchell Feinberg

Nov 20, 2014
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Cognitive enhancement drugs (CEDs), such as Ritalin, Adderall, and Provigil, are most commonly known for their use in treating patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). But these drugs, often called “smart drugs,” can profoundly enhance a perfectly healthy person’s ability to sustain concentration and thus improve the effectiveness …

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