ADHD Medication Shortage Alert

UPDATED: February 22, 2024

There is an ongoing severe shortage of controlled stimulant ADHD medications occurring nationwide.  We estimate this shortage will prevail for some time.

Student Health Services (SHS) pharmacy is at a critical point with ADHD medications where inventory is not enough to meet the demands of UCF students.  SHS receives a minimal sporadic supply of these medications, if at all, and our pharmacy is subjected to daily, weekly, and monthly quotas of controlled ADHD medications.

For further information please visit FDA.gov  or DEA.gov:

https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-announces-shortage-adderall

https://www.dea.gov/documents/2023/2023-11/2023-11-01/update-prescription-stimulant-shortage

Sports Betting


Sports betting continues to rise in popularity among college students, with as many as 1 in 4 placing a bet in the past year by one study.

Here’s what you should know about sports betting, according to UCF health officials: 

What are the risks?

  • Gambling addiction  
  •  High-risk use  
  •  Large losses of money 
  • Inability to pay rent, utilities, or bills  
  • Loss of interest in other activities  
  • Anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts  
  • Accumulation of debt  
  • Strain in relationships  

If you’re going to play, have a plan.

  • Only bet money that you can responsibly afford to lose.  
  • Set a hard limit  
  • Avoid using sports betting as a source of income
  • Understand that sports betting is created for you to lose
  • Avoid “chasing losses”
  • Avoid drinking alcohol when placing bets
  • Only bet after bills and utilities have been paid
  • Don’t use gambling to cope with negative feelings  

Feel out of control? Here’s some signs you need help:   

  • Increased amount of money used on bets  
  • Betting on sports you previously didn’t watch 
  • Borrowing money frequently  
  • Getting behind on rent or utilities  
  • Increased number of bets placed  
  • Getting irrationally angry or upset when bets are lost  
  • Betting on obscure aspects such as the coin toss 

If you recognize these signs in someone else, here’s how to approach them:   

  • Avoid passing judgement or personal attacks 
  • Express concerns honestly by giving specific observations  
  • Offer support but be clear on the type of support and set firm boundaries
  • Reassure that you care about them and you only want the best 

 

Need help?  

For immediate assistance, call or text the National Gambling Hotline: 1.800.GAMBLER (426-2537).

Or you can find long-term counseling help by reaching Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at 407.823.2811.  

Need help?  

For immediate assistance, call or text the National Gambling Hotline: 1.800.GAMBLER (426-2537).   Or you can find long-term counseling help by reaching Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at 407.823.2811.