Drugs & Health Blog

Scientific perspectives on drug and addiction research and news.

The Science of Risky Teen Behavior

October 16, 2017 / The NIDA Blog Team

Teens are more likely to take risks than any other age group. One young scientist wants to find out why. Read More »

August 28, 2017 / The NIDA Blog Team

One of our 2017 Addiction Science Award Winners shares her advice for teens thinking about a science career. Read More »

August 21, 2017 / The NIDA Blog Team

The process that scientists use to conduct experiments is constantly revealing more about how drug use affects the mind and body. Read More »

August 14, 2017 / The NIDA Blog Team

With practice and a few tips, you can resist the pressure to try drugs or alcohol. Read More »

August 07, 2017 / The NIDA Blog Team

Keep these helpful, life-saving tips in mind in case you need them. Read More »

July 31, 2017 / The NIDA Blog Team

Addictive or not, all drugs come with risks and should be used with care. Read More »