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No link between ADHD meds and future drug abuse

Many ADHD medications are stimulant based. Past studies have produced confusing results regarding use of these stimulants and risk of future drug use. ... Read More »

Montana youths see higher substance abuse numbers

Montana youths are using illicit substances at a rate that is outpacing the national average, according to a new report from that state. As a result, ... Read More »

Brit's bloated body: Are drugs to blame?

Britney Spears' less-than-perfect body of late has been getting lots of publicity -- both bad and good -- and here's a suggestion that would ... Read More »

Prescription drugs more popular than street drugs with kids?

I'm sure we will here more about Al Gore's son and his alleged prescription drug charges come next week. Before we get to that, we have to ask ... Read More »

10% of U.S. adults abuse drugs?

It's quite a surprise to see a study proclaim that 10% of adults in the U.S. abuse drugs. That's nearly 30 million people, folks. What's wrong with ... Read More »

Alcohol and tobacco are worse than drugs, says study

Are illicit drugs or alcohol more dangerous to one's health? According to a new study out of London, alcohol and tobacco consumption are actually more ... Read More »

Teens abusing more prescription painkillers

The abuse of prescription painkillers by teenagers is on the rise, a federally funded survey concluded recently. At the same time, drops are happening ... Read More »