Office workers using ADHD pills to keep alert at work

White collar workers are using medication usually prescribed to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder to increase their performance at work.

Growing numbers of office workers in the US are turning to Adderall, Vyvanse, Concerta and other stimulants to improve their productivity according to the New York Times.

Non-prescription use saw visits to casualty by 18-34 year olds increase by three times from 2005 to 2011.