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Why are pills like Adderall so addictive?

I am a 37 year old male. I want to know why are pills like Adderall so addictive?

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A few drugs can make susceptible people feel really good when they take them and really awful when they stop. The list includes opioids, benzodiazepines and other sedatives, and stimulants like Adderall. All of these drugs have illicit equivalents you can buy on the street.