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Date Rape Drugs Exposed
In recent years a new kind of rape threat has reared it's ugly head at parties, on campuses and in nightclubs - so called date rape drugs. What exactly are date rape drugs? Teen Advice tells all!

Sex and Alcohol: Some Sobering Thoughts
Important facts about the relationship between sex and alcohol that every teen should know. Brought to you by Teenwire and About Teen Advice.

Teen Life FAQ: Drugs & Alcohol
Teen Advice answers your six most asked questions about drugs, alchohol and tobacco. Which is more harmful, what about the law, what are "gateway drugs", what are the known health risks, and more.

Drug Addiction & Regrets
A look at different drugs and their addictive factors. Learn more about addiction and treatments. Read a true and tragic story about drugs and death.

My Friend Died of an Accidental Drug Overdose
A true story of losing a friend to an accidental drug overdose.

Natural Highs
A look at the things that give teens a natural buzz. Brought to you from members of the Teen Advice Forum. What natural highs give you a buzz?

About.com Alcoholism GuideSite
An entire GuideSite devoted to supporting people wanting to overcome alcoholism, by Guide Buddy T.

About.com Substance Abuse GuideSite
An entire GuideSite devoted to supporting people struggling with chemical dependancy, by Guide Florence Cardinal.

Alcohol Effects on the Brain
A quick look at how alcohol use impairs memory and brain functioning long after one is sober. From About.com

Could I Be Addicted To Alcohol Or Drugs?
A frank and honest answer to this question that includes an introduction to addiction and the cycle of addiction. From the Middle Earth Peer Assistance Program.

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