Prescription drug abuse by teens increasing

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The National Household Survey on Drug Abuse shows that in the year 2001, nearly 3 million 12-to-15 year olds and 7 million 18-to-25 year olds reported abusing prescription medications. The Food and Drug Administration and Substance Abuse Treatment at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are designing efforts to raise awareness about the increasing rates of abuse.

Alcohol & Drug Abuse Programs, Youth, Health aspects, Risk factors, Teenagers, Substance abuse, Substance abuse treatment, Medication abuse, Prescription drug abuse

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Commission urges overhaul for mental health system

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The goals of the US President's New Freedom Commission on Mental Health are discussed.

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Tobacco control efforts get mixed reviews

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Cigarette taxes are assisting in the fight against smoking.

Taxes, Antismoking Programs, Taxation, Smoking cessation programs, Smoking cessation, Tobacco industry

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