About.com Health: Drugs and Your Teen

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Health From Kristin Kane, your About Health Editor The conversation my parents had with me about drugs roughly went down like this: Mom and Dad: They are bad for you. Don't use them. Me: OK My parents benefited from times being a lot simpler then - "foo foo" was just an adjective used for something frilly, and "gift of the sun" made us think of the magic that makes plants grow. "My Teen Won't Use Drugs" We hope that is true, but it is wise to be aware of the risk and why some kids find their way to use and abuse. Access May Be Close to Home Prescription drug abuse continues to be a growing, disturbing trend - and supplies can be as close as the family medicine chest. When the Drug's Not a Drug Nail polish. Permanent markers. Spray paint. These and other household supplies are under-the-radar choices for some. Commonly Abused Inhalants "But It's Just Pot..." Sadly, some teens believe that marijuana is NBD (that's "no big deal" in Teenese). The truth is that this drug carries with it both short- and long-term hazards. Same goes for cigarettes: Facts to Help Convince Your Kids Not to Smoke Cigarettes Health Ads Health Soy Health Danger Alcohol Health Risk At Risk Teen Health Sexual Health Featured Articles How to Use a Neti Pot What Is Prevnar 13? Winsor Slimming Pilates DVD Review Facts About Endometrial Cancer Eczema Skin Care Tips Men: Blood in Your Urine   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Reader to Reader Kick Stress to the Curb Final Exams With ADHD "Brain Fog" Stories Advertisement