Drugs and Health Blog
Scientific perspectives on drug and addiction research and news.
Say What? “Receptor”
Drug use can change the way nerve cells in your brain work. Read More »
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What Increases the Risk of Having a Drug Problem? (Part 1)
Starting drug use when you’re young is one of many factors that can put you at greater risk. 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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