Teen Drug Use
Marijuana Myths and Facts
Popular culture and the media actively perpetuate many myths about marijuana addiction. Unwinding at the end of a day by smoking a joint just to chill with your friends is widely considered harmless. After all, marijuana is natural - it is not really a chemical drug, is it? You cannot get addicted to something natural...or can you? Today, marijuana has become the world's most popular casual use drug. According to the 2014 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) report, there were more than 22.2 million users in the past month. Furthermore, 4.176 million people were recorded as being addicted to marijuana in America alone.
Drug Use in College
Statistically, half of college kids use drugs (not including alcohol), and 20% are seriously abusing them. It’s important to take a look at the warning signs that a college student may be using the most common of the illicit drugs.
Should High School Students be Drug Tested?
Drug test all high school students to reduce drug use and save lives! Sounds like a slam dunk, right? Upon closer examination, there are both pros and cons to going down this path. Learn the details of the debate.
More Teens Using Marijuana in Colorado
A new study from the National Survey on Drug use shows a 20% increase in marijuana use among teens within the last two years in Colorado.
Sky High on MDMA in Denver
MDMA is quickly leaving all the talk about the marijuana in Denver, Colorado in the dust as more and more teens and young adults fall for the allure of the 'love drug.'
Importance of Spotting Teen Ecstasy Use
Parents should be aware of the symptoms of ecstasy or molly (MDMA) use to prevent drug addiction in teens, especially in cities identified as High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas like Houston, TX.