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Tampa Bay Initiative: Tackle Teen Substance Abuse With "Truth About Drugs

Tampa Bay Initiative: Tackle Teen Substance Abuse with "Truth About Drugs
CLEARWATER, Fla., July 8, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — The dangers of teen drug abuse have been largely elevated by the fact that illegal substances are often readily accessible in schools today. More than 60% of teens said that drugs were sold, used, …
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Study: One in five high school-age teens has abused prescription medications
The most popular abused drugs by teenagers, according to the survey, are sleep medications, Ambien and Lunesta; over the counter cough and flu; tranquilizers, Xanax and Valium; stimulants, Ritalin and Adderall; and most popular pain relievers …
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PRIDE Teen Teaches Peers About Drugs, Effects
WINTER HAVEN | Despite attempts to talk to and teach their teens about the mal effects of drug use, many parents report feeling frustrated when their warnings are not received. Teenagers' peers, however, can sometimes better communicate the same …
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