It’s easy to see how relying on pills to boost brain function could be addictive and there isn’t enough evidence to suggest whether or not they would be. Honestly, it seems likely that people could get addicted to the outcomes, even if there was no physiological addiction component.

That pattern suggests the importance of being aware of your behavior and attitudes, regardless of the type of supplement that you’re taking.

I have always been a believer in keeping a balance, to much of anything is never a good thing. I could see how supplements and even the natural sources could become addictive. I know how good coffee worked, but like most things my body adapted and now I don’t get the caffeine buzz I once did.

I would want to find out if the effectiveness of the product wears off and requires a higher dose to attain the same level of alertness before trying any of the synthetic based products.

Thanks for the great post.

Supplements like these can work to a degree for boosting focus and brain function. But, their effects are still limited. In particular, they aren’t likely to affect overall intelligence or the way that a person thinks. As a result, they may not be particularly effective in the case you’re talking about.