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Sometimes it’s hard to know where to go for the facts about drugs. At NIDA, we learn from science—not from rumors or gossip. Ask the questions, look for the facts, and think hard about what you find out and what it means for you.

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Alcohol Dangers Go Beyond Drunk Driving


Sara Bellum
May 16, 2013

You’ve probably heard how deadly it is to drink and drive—or to get in the car with someone else who has been drinking. But the dangers of alcohol go beyond drunk driving. Read More »

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Rap Music and Molly

Sara Bellum
April 09, 2013

NIDA stays up to date on drug use trends. Read More »

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Finding Your Voice: Using Creativity for Positive Change

Sara Bellum
April 04, 2013

In 2011, at age 14, Grant Davis was recognized by NIDA and the GRAMMY Foundation for his song, “Just a Child,” a tribute to his older sister Kelly, who struggled with addiction. Read More »

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Expectations and Alcohol: The Fun May Be in Your Head

Sara Bellum
April 02, 2013

Some common reasons people give for why they drink alcohol in social situations include: Read More »

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Understanding Learning and Memory

By Roger Sorensen, Ph.D., M.P.A., NIDA Program Official
March 28, 2013

What’s your new geometry teacher’s name? How do you get to your friend’s house? Where did you put your smartphone? Have you noticed that practice makes you play the piano better? Read More »

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Can It Be Bad If It’s Natural?

By Eric Wargo, NIDA Science Writer
March 26, 2013

“Marijuana is natural, so how can it be harmful?” Lots of teens ask us this question, and it’s a good one—a great question, in fact. Read More »

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