Vyvanse is a stimulant drug like Adderall or Focalin. These types of drugs are classified controlled Schedule II, which means they are super effective, closely monitored, and require a doctor's prescription. These drugs work to increase brain activity, obesity, and other neurological problems but are also highly addictive. Usually, these types of drugs are prescribed to people with ADD or ADHD, to help them with school and everyday life.

Those are the scientific facts.

Here is what Vyvanse and the other drugs have become: college student's magic pill.

Vyvanse and others have become one of the most sought after drugs on college campuses. During midterms and finals, someone could sell their Vyvanse for $10 a pill-seriously. Students use them to cram for tests, write essays in tight time frames, and to party all night. It's become a downright epidemic.

But is it such a bad thing?

Okay, yes -- taking medicines you are not prescribed is dangerous and almost stupid. With that out of the way, how can taking medicine that literally makes you do better in school be such a bad thing? Truth is, it's not. If you have the courage to take a pill, that you have no idea how your body will react to it; then it turns out to be the greatest blessing of your college career-why not take it?

So let's break this down:

Cons:

1. It is flat out illegal.

2. Your heart could literally explode.

3. You could have a number of terrible reactions to it.

4. It is, again, I can't stress this enough, flat-out illegal.

Pros:

1. You'll study like you never have before.

2. You'll get more work done in less time.

3. You'll be on point with your head in the game for any test or paper coming your way.

4. You'll eat less-thus saving money.

5. Your grades will probably, more than likely, improve drastically.

So, what do you think about it now, as you weigh the pros and cons?

Will it be Vyvanse or bust?