Teens Make Their Mark in Addiction Science
June 06, 2013
In May, NIDA announced the 2013 Addiction Science Award winners. Check out their amazing projects! Read More »
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Alcohol Dangers Go Beyond Drunk Driving
May 16, 2013
You’ve probably heard how deadly it is to drink and drive—or to get in the car with someone else who has been drinking. But the dangers of alcohol go beyond drunk driving. Read More »
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The Power of You(th)
May 14, 2013
Did you know that alcohol is the most commonly used drug by youth—more than all illegal drugs combined? AND that teen alcohol use kills more than 5,000 people each year? Read More »
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If You’re Under Age 21, Drinking Is Always Illegal
May 02, 2013
You’re going to an after-prom party, and your parents ask if the host’s parents will be there. You may say, “yes,” and it may be true, but you also secretly may know that they will allow underage guests to drink alcohol. You think this is okay, because, after all, an adult is there. Read More »
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Some Consequences Last Forever: Alcohol Awareness Month
April 25, 2013
In the past 5 years, Danny McCoy has told this story to thousands of teens: When he was 19 years old, he drove home from a fraternity party after a night of drinking. He fell asleep for only a few seconds. Read More »
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