Articles for Tag: "drug abuse"

Adderall abuse on the rise 
Adderall abuse on the rise
Misusing the stimulant can lead to serious health issues such as heart attack, stroke and depression.
Red Ribbon Week: Talking to your kids about drug abuse 
Red Ribbon Week: Talking to your kids about drug abuse
A psychologist offers tips for parents on how to discuss this important issue.
Kids’ Internet safety is a growing concern 
Kids’ Internet safety is a growing concern
A study looks at the top worries amongst U.S. adults.
Cough syrup abuse warning 
Cough syrup abuse warning
Doctors warn parents about the dangerous trend among teens and pre-teens.
Is medical marijuana an alternative?  Featured
Is medical marijuana an alternative?
For some patients, doctor-prescribed painkillers may simply lead to more pain. Learn more.
Cough syrup abuse on the rise  Featured
Cough syrup abuse on the rise
Learn more about how kids are abusing drugs in your medicine cabinet.
1 in 10 teens abuse pain meds and sedatives 
1 in 10 teens abuse pain meds and sedatives
Study results place ERs in the spotlight for screening and intervention opportunities.