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What are addictions?
Addictions are compulsions to use and abuse things to an excessive and
destructive extent. These compulsions are very powerful and produce a
life-threatening and self-perpetuating process that can end in disability or
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It’s colorless and odorless but has a salty taste that is often masked by
mixing it with fruit punches. Sleep is induced within 15 minutes of its
ingestion and 4 grams of the drug can induce coma. The drug is gamma-hydroxybutyrate
(GHB), a club drug t... |
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What is cocaine?
Cocaine is a stimulant drug that comes in the form of a white powder.
Street names for the drug include snow, nose candy, coke, "C," toot
and blow. People snort cocaine through their noses, or inject it into their
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What is drug testing?
Drug testing is a way to evaluate the type and possibly the amount of legal
or illegal drugs taken by a person.
How is a drug test performed?
Drug testing can be performed from small samples taken of your fingernails,
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What is marijuana?
Marijuana is an illegal drug that comes from dried flowers and leaves of the
hemp plant. It can be smoked, taken by the mouth, or put into foods. When taken,
marijuana alters a person's mood. Its psychological effects include:
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Embarrassment, shame, worry, guilt and anger. You have probably felt these emotions and
many others if your parents are using drugs. You should know that you are not alone. There
are many other kids who have parents that drink too much or take drugs.
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Adolescents have a lot to deal with --a fast-paced family lifestyle,
school, peer pressure, conflicting emotions and often a sense of isolation. To
cope, some adolescents turn to drugs or alcohol. Adolescents involved with drugs
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