Teen Drug Abuse Prevention

Teen drug abuse prevention – A friend of mine died from a drug incident. I started www.UnderstandMyTeen.com to help parents of teens be better informed of what’s going on in the teenage culture. Please check out the site and contact me if you find it to be valuable information.

Police, DEA discuss teen drug use

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One such responsibility includes following up with parents the day after police receive a call about a house party that involves under age drinking. That includes discussing the ramifications for teens who use alcohol or drugs, as well as for the …
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Studies find teen drug use on rise; what to do if you suspect a problem

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Unfortunately, teen drug use is growing. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, illegal drug use among teenagers is on the rise, largely because of the increasing popularity of marijuana. The National Center on Addiction and Drug Abuse at …
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8 warning signs your teen may be abusing prescription drugs

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Gavin, like a growing number of teenagers I treat, was an in-the-closet pill addict who innocently fell into the black hole of drug addiction after getting prescribed pain pills following a knee procedure his junior year. For other teens I've treated …
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H.B. film screening educates teens about drug use

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Since the documentary's debut at the Newport Beach Film Festival in April, it has been shown at campuses across the county. The film focuses on the rising popularity of prescription drugs among teens and the families who have been devastated by addiction.
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