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Why might overweight people choose to abuse a stimulant

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Overweight people have a higher risk of being depressed, so they may resort to a stimulant to try to make the feeling go away. (Anyone can be depressed, but usually people with health problems have higher risk)
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Because it increases your energy level and speeds your heart up, which helps you lose weight.
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