Parents Facing Teen Drug Addiction Not Alone

Parents facing teen drug addiction not alone
Mood swings and unpredictable behavior are sometimes evidence of teenage growing pains but can also point to use of drugs or alcohol. Be aware of any unexplained changes and know the potential warning signs: -Withdrawn, depressed, tired or careless …
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New US drug survey: Marijuana and heroin increasing
Overall, illicit drug use remained stable from the 2011 survey results: About 24 million Americans older than 12 said they were current drug users in 2012, about 9.2. percent of the U.S. teen and adult population. The full report, which was published Sept.
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Teens' Use of E-Cigarettes Doubles in a Year
McAfee said he's concerned that e-cigarettes will addict children to nicotine at a time when their brains are still developing. "We are worried about the adolescent use of nicotine, because the adolescent brain is uniquely susceptible to addiction and …
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Reno SPI – Prescription Drug Teen Video – The Reno SPI team worked with the Washoe County School District to create this video for teens about prescription drug abuse. The video features interviews w…