Persuasive Speech: Prescription Pill Of Either Vyvanse And
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A. Attention Getter – Can I get a show of hands of how many of you are diagnosed with ADHD and take the prescription pill of either Vyvanse or Adderall?
1. Now that we have an idea of how many of you legally take this medication, can I get a show of hands for those of you who take it without a prescription?
a. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, nearly seven percent of full time college students take this medication without a prescription. 6
B. Credibility Statement –I, like some of you, have also taken the prescription medicine. In my case it was Vyvanse. At the moment I am unprescribed, but I am currently in the process of being tested for ADHD.
1. Since I have taken this medication, I can first handedly say that I have experienced some of the side effects that come along with it, both positive and negative.
C.…show more content… Thesis Statement –I believe that the prescribed use and cautious use of ADHD medications, while not prescribed, can be extremely helpful for people that are either ADHD or feel as if they get sidetracked easily.
D. Relevance Statement – So, for those of you who are diagnosed with ADHD or may just be taking medication that is used to treat it, this speech will give you some additional knowledge on the effects these drugs have on you, whether they may be positive or negative.
E. Preview Statement – Today, I am going to inform you on what ADHD actually is and the forms of treatment that are being used, and both the positive and negative effects the drugs may have.
F. Transitional Statement – So, with that being said, I would like to first let you know what ADHD is and some of the drugs that are currently being used to treat