Real Teens Ask: Is Propofol a Drug?
Since the death of Michael Jackson in 2009, “propofol” has been mentioned often in the news. The substance was found to be the cause of his death and was the center of the highly publicized trial of his doctor. Read More »
7 CommentsSmoking: How It Primes the Brain for Addiction
More people understand now the harmful effects that smoking has on the body as well as the addictive effects of nicotine. Read More »
10 CommentsIt's All About Hormones
Why do adults seem to blame “raging hormones” for many things teens do? Beyond causing acne and a sudden interest in dating, are hormones responsible for changes in behavior or emotional response? The answer is yes. Read More »
3 CommentsAmy Winehouse: Death by Misadventure
In October 2011, the coroner who conducted Amy Winehouse’s autopsy declared that the Grammy-winning singer “died by misadventure.” Translation: Amy died of accidental alcohol poisoning. Read More »
2 CommentsDoes Smoking on TV Influence You?
The Government banned cigarette commercials on television in 1970 after the 1964 Surgeon General’s report found that smoking cigarettes increased your chances of getting lung cancer. This was a big deal, considering the strong Read More »
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