"The Adderall Diaries" is a memoir by Stephen Elliott that explores his struggles with addiction, mental health, and the complexities of his life. The book delves into his experiences with Adderall, a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and how it affected his writing and personal relationships. In addition to his own story, Elliott examines the case of Scott Panetti, a man on death row, and the broader themes of truth, memory, and the nature of storytelling. The memoir intertwines these narratives, reflecting on the impact of addiction and the search for meaning in difficult circumstances.