Explains how prescription drugs, when used improperly, can cause addiction and other harmful health problems.
NIH Pub Number:
09-7423
Published: January 2009
Author: National Institute on Drug Abuse
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Mind Over Matter
Invites young teens to take a scientific journey to learn about the brain’s complex responses to specific drugs, including cocaine, hallucinogens, inhalants, marijuana, nicotine, opiates, prescription drugs, and steroids.
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