Mindset Over Matter
August 15, 2012
Hi, my name is Eric Wargo and I’m a new science writer here at NIDA. Before coming to NIDA, I wrote for an association of psychological scientists, people who study all aspects of the mind and human behavior. Read More »
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FACT: Driving After Using Marijuana Is Dangerous
July 11, 2012
According to a recent driving study, as many as 1 in 5 teen drivers say they drove under the influence of marijuana. Read More »
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It's All About Hormones
January 19, 2012
Why do adults seem to blame “raging hormones” for many things teens do? Beyond causing acne and a sudden interest in dating, are hormones responsible for changes in behavior or emotional response? Read More »
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Word of the Day: Polyneuropathy
September 21, 2011
According to NIDA’s glossary, polyneuropathy is a “permanent change or malfunction of nerves.” “Poly” means “many,” so multiple nerves throughout the body such as in the arms, legs, hands, and feet are affected. Read More »
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Word of the Day: Brain Reward System
April 01, 2011
A reward is a great way to encourage someone to do something. For example, if you offer a $300 reward to find your lost dog, people may be more likely to look for and return him or her. Read More »
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