News

One in Eight Teens Misuses Prescription Painkillers

Source: Reuters | Posted on May 8, 2012

One in eight older teens has used powerful painkillers when they weren’t prescribed — and many of them start misusing the medications earlier than was previously assumed, according to new research. The findings are based on two nationally-representative surveys that asked teenagers about their recent or lifetime use of prescription… continue reading »

One in eight older teens has used powerful painkillers when they weren’t prescribed — and many of them start misusing the medications earlier than was previously assumed, according to new research. The findings are based on two nationally-representative surveys that asked teenagers about their recent or lifetime use of prescription painkillers, which include drugs such as oxycontin and codeine. Both medical and recreational use of such opioid drugs has increased across the United States over the past couple of decades, as have deaths due to painkiller overdoses.

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Study: Teen Marijuana Use on the Rise

Source: CBS News | Posted on May 2, 2012

More teens are smoking dope, with nearly 1 in 10 lighting up at least 20 or more times a month, according to a new survey of young people. The report by The Partnership at Drugfree.org, being released Wednesday, also said abuse of prescription medicine may be easing a bit among… continue reading »

More teens are smoking dope, with nearly 1 in 10 lighting up at least 20 or more times a month, according to a new survey of young people. The report by The Partnership at Drugfree.org, being released Wednesday, also said abuse of prescription medicine may be easing a bit among young people in grades 9 through 12, but still remains high.

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Abuse of Opiates Soars in Pregnant Women

Source: New York Times | Posted on May 1, 2012

The fast-growing abuse of prescription drugs has reached maternity wards in hospitals across the country, with the number of pregnant women addicted to opiate drugs — and the number of babies born experiencing withdrawal symptoms — rising sharply over the last decade.

The fast-growing abuse of prescription drugs has reached maternity wards in hospitals across the country, with the number of pregnant women addicted to opiate drugs — and the number of babies born experiencing withdrawal symptoms — rising sharply over the last decade.

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Texas to Join Nation in Prescription Drug Abuse ‘Take-Back’ Campaign

Source: Examiner.com | Posted on April 23, 2012

Tons of potentially dangerous pills will be taken out of Texas medicine cabinets on Saturday, April 28th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time, thanks to citizen participation in the fourth ever “Take-Back” campaign by the United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).  DEA and its partners offer the free service… continue reading »

Tons of potentially dangerous pills will be taken out of Texas medicine cabinets on Saturday, April 28th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time, thanks to citizen participation in the fourth ever “Take-Back” campaign by the United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).  DEA and its partners offer the free service at sites nationwide with no questions asked.

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Helpful Links

Maximizing Your Role as a Teen Influencer: What You Can Do To Help Prevent Teen Prescription Drug Abuse

Posted on March 4, 2010

NCPIE along with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and representatives from 15 nationally recognized prevention, health professional and child advocacy organizations, have launched the Maximizing Your Role as a Teen Influencer: What You Can Do to Help Prevent Teen Prescription Drug Abuse toolkit. This new comprehensive online… continue reading »

NCPIE along with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and representatives from 15 nationally recognized prevention, health professional and child advocacy organizations, have launched the Maximizing Your Role as a Teen Influencer: What You Can Do to Help Prevent Teen Prescription Drug Abuse toolkit. This new comprehensive online resource, offers a complete workshop module to educate and equip teen influencers — parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, community and school-based healthcare providers and others — with credible information about teen prescription drug abuse and effective strategies to take action to help prevent it.

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Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator – sponsored by SAMHSA

Posted on February 2, 2010

Looking for drug treatment programs and alcohol abuse treatment programs? Find the right drug abuse treatment program or alcohol abuse treatment program with the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

Looking for drug treatment programs and alcohol abuse treatment programs? Find the right drug abuse treatment program or alcohol abuse treatment program with the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

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The Texas Youth Commission – A World of Prevention

Posted on February 2, 2010

A World of Prevention is a searchable directory of resources dedicated to the prevention of child and adolescent problems and the promotion of youth development in families, schools and communities. A World of Prevention offers links to online resources, including the best available prevention material, programs, research reports, articles and… continue reading »

A World of Prevention is a searchable directory of resources dedicated to the prevention of child and adolescent problems and the promotion of youth development in families, schools and communities. A World of Prevention offers links to online resources, including the best available prevention material, programs, research reports, articles and books.

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National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information

Posted on February 2, 2010

The SAMHSA Health Information Network (SHIN) includes the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) and the National Mental Health Information Center (NMHIC). SHIN connects the behavioral health workforce and the general public to the latest information on the prevention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders.

The SAMHSA Health Information Network (SHIN) includes the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) and the National Mental Health Information Center (NMHIC). SHIN connects the behavioral health workforce and the general public to the latest information on the prevention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders.

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Programs

Time To Act – An Intervention Guide

Time To Act – An Intervention Guide

Time To Act! helps parents who suspect or know their teen is experimenting with alcohol or drugs take the next steps to help their child.

Time to Talk

Time to Talk

Kids who report learning a lot about the risks of drugs from their parents are up to 50% less likely to use. Time To Talk helps parents have frequent, positive conversations with their children.

The Parent Toolkit

The Parent Toolkit

Advice by age—from preschool to college age kids—to help parents connect, protect, or take action if teens are using drugs or drinking.

Not In My House – Prescription Drug Abuse

Not In My House – Prescription Drug Abuse

Every day, 2,500 teens use a prescription drug for the first time to get high. Learn how to protect your kids.

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Resources

The Partnership at Drugfree.org Attitude Tracking Study: 2011 Parents and Teens Full Report

Posted on May 2, 2012

On May 2, 2012 The Partnership at Drugfree.org released their 2011 Attitude Tracking Study. New data from the study show that marijuana use is becoming a more acceptable behavior among teens and heavy marijuana use is now at disturbingly high levels. Abuse of prescription medicine remains high but may be plateauing…. continue reading »

On May 2, 2012 The Partnership at Drugfree.org released their 2011 Attitude Tracking Study. New data from the study show that marijuana use is becoming a more acceptable behavior among teens and heavy marijuana use is now at disturbingly high levels. Abuse of prescription medicine remains high but may be plateauing. However, parents do not appear to be contributing to this decline. They are not more likely to communicate the risks of prescription medicine abuse to their kids, they are not safeguarding medicines, and they are increasingly misusing or abusing prescription medications themselves. Fifty-two percent of Hispanic youth report using illicit drugs in the past year (vs. 42 percent for African-American youth and 40 percent for Caucasian teens). They are also more likely than other teens to have used prescription medicine, Ecstasy or cocaine/crack to get high.

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Chart of Commonly Abused Drugs

Posted on March 3, 2010

Learn the facts to keep your teen safe. This guide/chart contains images, formal names and slang, how it is used, the dangers, signs of abuse and what you should know to keep your child safe.

Learn the facts to keep your teen safe. This guide/chart contains images, formal names and slang, how it is used, the dangers, signs of abuse and what you should know to keep your child safe.

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Treatment eBook – How to find the right help for your child with an alcohol or drug problem

Posted on February 16, 2010

Featured Content: What is substance abuse treatment? How do I find the right treatment for my child? How do I pay for treatment? How do I get my child to start treatment? What can I do to cope better?

Featured Content:

  • What is substance abuse treatment?
  • How do I find the right treatment for my child?
  • How do I pay for treatment?
  • How do I get my child to start treatment?
  • What can I do to cope better?

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The Office of National Drug Control Policy January e-Newsletter

Posted on January 27, 2010

The ONDCP Update, a new e-newsletter of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), will be produced monthly and is available on ONDCP’s Web site.

The ONDCP Update, a new e-newsletter of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), will be produced monthly and is available on ONDCP’s Web site.

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