Parenting a teenager isn't for the faint of heart. Hectic schedules, peer pressure, homework and attitudes are all part of the process. But how do you know when a sudden bout of rebellion is a cry for help or an indication of a more serious issue, such as teen drug abuse? In 2023, approximately 20% of all 10th graders ... Read More
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Signs of Teen Drug Use
Bipolar Disorder and Addiction
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects mood, impulse control, and ability to interact with others. There are two types and a related disorder, cyclothymia, but they all involve the person experiencing cycles of hypomania (or mania in bipolar 1 disorder) and depression over time. In some cases, the ... Read More
Depression and Addiction
Depression and addiction often occur together, and people can be left wondering, does one cause the other? Which one happens first? The truth is, they're closely related and it's possible for substance abuse to exacerbate depression, while people with depression often turn to substances to self-medicate. It's a complex ... Read More
The Dangers of Synthetic Drugs
The media frenzy around synthetic or designer drugs is constant, but drug use isn't a new phenomenon. There are records of ancient cultures using plants for their psychedelic properties as early as 10,000 years ago. Cannabis, cocaine, heroin and LSD are all substances our parents and grandparents will have at least ... Read More
Intelligence and Substance Abuse
Creative and highly intelligent people tend to have a lot in common. Their unique gifts help them push the boundaries of art, music, business and science. Their work often drives strong views and even controversy. Both because of and despite their intelligence, many experiment with drugs and alcohol. Sometimes they ... Read More
Drug Profile: Phenibut
Sold under brand names "Noofen" and "Fenibut," Phenibut is a medication prescribed by physicians in Russia, Latvia and Ukraine to treat insomnia, depression and anxiety disorders. Phenibut is not available or approved for medical use in the U.S. or European Union countries. However, Phenibut can be purchased online ... Read More
What Are the Party and Club Drugs — and Why?
Substance use is an ongoing issue in the United States, and around half of all people age 12 or older have used an illicit drug at some point in their lives. Club drugs such as LSD, ecstasy, and methamphetamine are some of the most commonly used substances. Men are more likely than women to use these substances, but no ... Read More
Drug Profile: What Are Inhalants?
Common household items have a long history of being used by people for a purpose other than what they were intended for. Things like spray paint, glue, contact cement, nail polish, and paint thinner are inhaled through the nose or mouth for the quick and inexpensive "high" they give. Even medicinal gases and compounds, ... Read More
