Teen Trends Regarding Alcohol and Drugs
Tuesday, 06 January 2015
The NIH (National Institute on Drug Abuse) recently published the results of its 2014 ‘Monitoring The Future‘ survey which examined teen attitudes and behavior in regard to alcohol and other drugs. The survey groups were students in the 8th, 10th, and 12th grades. The study was facilitated by researchers at the University of Michigan. Notable
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National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month
Tuesday, 02 December 2014
Don’t Wreck the Holidays! Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over It’s the most wonderful time of the year—until you get a DUI. For many Americans “holiday cheer” involves consuming alcohol at parties and holiday events. So it comes as no surprise that there’s a spike in drunk driving crashes each December. During
Misuse of Prescription Stimulants Among Young Adults
Monday, 01 December 2014
Adderall, Ritalin, and Vyvanse are popular prescription medications used in the treatment of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). These medications have stimulant properties which help individuals diagnosed with ADHD to better focus their attention, and control hyperactivity, so that they can learn more effectively and succeed in diverse environments such as work and school. ADHD
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