Can It Be Bad If It’s Natural?
March 26, 2013
“Marijuana is natural, so how can it be harmful?” Lots of teens ask us this question, and it’s a good one—a great question, in fact. Read More »
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Don't Be Fooled -- Even Your Phone App Could Be Advertising
January 10, 2013
As more and more people use smartphones, a world of virtual games, social networking, and fun apps are at their fingertips 24/7. Photo-sharing and exercise-tracking apps can be useful and fun. Others, though, may have devious intentions, like trying to get you hooked on smoking. Read More »
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Scare Tactics: Does Fear Influence Your Opinion About Drug Abuse?
February 28, 2012
For decades, organizations have used scare tactics to discourage teens from abusing drugs. Read More »
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Super Bowl Commercials: Which Do You Remember?
February 24, 2012
Each year, the TV commercials during the Super Bowl are particularly memorable. They ought to be! Did you know that 30 seconds of ad time during the 2012 Super Bowl cost approximately $3.5 million? Read More »
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Prescription Drugs on TV
October 18, 2011
You’ve probably seen television commercials advertising prescription drugs for any number of things—from fibromyalgia (fi-bro-my-al-ja) to depression. Read More »
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