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Scientific perspectives on drug and addiction research and news.
Human Trafficking and Drugs
Illegal transporting (or trafficking) of people and transporting of illegal drugs often happen together. Read More »
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Five Things Inhalants Can Do to Your Body
Inhaling fumes from household or workplace products—even just one time—can be very harmful to your brain and body. Read More »
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What’s Dangerous About Cigarette Smoking? Test Your Knowledge
How much do you know about what makes cigarette smoking so hazardous to your health? Read More »
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Say What? “Epigenetics”
Taking drugs can affect which of your genes are switched on or off, and this can be passed on to your kids. Read More »
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Your Brain on Stimulants, Part 3: Misusing Prescription Stimulants—Myth vs. Fact
It’s possible to misuse a stimulant—even if it was prescribed for you—and that can lead to health problems. Read More »
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Your Brain on Stimulants, Part 2: Types of Stimulants
While prescription stimulants can help with ADHD, non-prescribed stimulants do not help with ADHD, and each one has its own side effects and risks. Read More »
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