Adderall remains to be one of the most commonly abused drug among college campuses. Although it is a prescription drug that is primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), it has become one of the many "study drugs" due to its usage among college students during stressful school times, such as exams, where increased concentration and energy levels are thought to improve work efficiency. However, Adderall is notable for having a high potential for abuse and a risk of psychological and physical side effects. In this paper, we conducted a mathematical analysis on an existing epidemiological model of Adderall abuse. We started by verifying the positivity of solutions using techniques from dynamical systems because this is a population model dealing with people. Then, we found and investigated different equilibrium solutions to analyze their stability using both analytical and graphical approaches. Finally, the results were tied back into the Adderall model and conclusions were drawn.
In late 2019, COVID-19, a new disease caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus began to take over the lives of many people. This study centers on how members of the Latinx community have been affected by COVID-19. Both quantitative and qualitative data were utilized to analyze the perceived risk of infection, preventative behaviors, and acceptability of the COVID-19 vaccine for individuals that identify as Latinx. Analysis of the survey and interview analysis found the majority of participants expressed abiding by recommended measures and becoming hypervigilant about their activities, and their desire to get vaccinated against COVID-19 when they are eligible. Individuals who did not express the desire to be vaccinated mentioned worries including side effects, costs, safety, and efficacy of the vaccine. Results from this research could aid in the creation of public health initiatives in order to increase the uptake of the vaccine tailored for the Latinx community.