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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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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
A quick look at how alcohol use impairs memory and brain functioning long after one is sober. From About.com
Drugs & Alcohol Discussion Board
Share your knowledge or find support from your peers in the Forum.
Share your knowledge or find support from your peers in the Forum.
Rohypnol - the Date Rape Drug
A look at the chemistry of this drug and it's social and physical consequences. From About.com.
A look at the chemistry of this drug and it's social and physical consequences. From About.com.
Teachers Concerns
An introduction to "Attitude Matters" an anti smoking, anti drug use program being used in schools. From About.com.
An introduction to "Attitude Matters" an anti smoking, anti drug use program being used in schools. From About.com.
Substance Abuse & Teens
Links to help dealing with and identifying substance abuse in teens. From About.com.
Links to help dealing with and identifying substance abuse in teens. From About.com.
Addiction Recovery - Noel's Story
Read the compelling testimonial of teen addict Noel. The story is hard to ignore. From the Adolescent Substance Abuse and Recovery Page.
Read the compelling testimonial of teen addict Noel. The story is hard to ignore. From the Adolescent Substance Abuse and Recovery Page.
Addiction Recovery - Leo's Story
Another compelling testimonial. This one from teen addict Leo. From the Adolescent Substance Abuse and Recovery Page.
Another compelling testimonial. This one from teen addict Leo. From the Adolescent Substance Abuse and Recovery Page.
Death By Inhalants
The tragic story of Keith Lawrence Wagner. An important read for anyone dabbling with this addictive habit.
The tragic story of Keith Lawrence Wagner. An important read for anyone dabbling with this addictive habit.
Freevibe
Get the knowledge you need to make an educated choice. Ask questions and get answers!
Get the knowledge you need to make an educated choice. Ask questions and get answers!
Marijuana: Facts For Teens
Get educated about one of the most popular drugs available. Don't get caught up in the "medicinal" hype - know the facts for healthy teens.
Get educated about one of the most popular drugs available. Don't get caught up in the "medicinal" hype - know the facts for healthy teens.
Signs & Symptoms
What to look for if you suspect someone you know is using drugs. An important resource from drughelp.org
What to look for if you suspect someone you know is using drugs. An important resource from drughelp.org
Straight Facts About Drugs And Alcohol
Help for those struggling with chemical dependancy or those concerned about someone they know. Features warning signs, health risks and a great list of supportive organizations.
Help for those struggling with chemical dependancy or those concerned about someone they know. Features warning signs, health risks and a great list of supportive organizations.
Teen - Anon
The "Big Daddy" of all drug and alcohol cessation groups. Teen Anon is based on Al-Anon and Ala-Teen and offers support to teens in crisis and those who love them.
The "Big Daddy" of all drug and alcohol cessation groups. Teen Anon is based on Al-Anon and Ala-Teen and offers support to teens in crisis and those who love them.
Think Addictions!
An excellent site put together by teens. Takes a deep look at various drugs and the damage they do as well as providing support for addicts and their loved ones. A ThinkQuest site.
An excellent site put together by teens. Takes a deep look at various drugs and the damage they do as well as providing support for addicts and their loved ones. A ThinkQuest site.
Tips For Teens
Get the low-down on many of the most common drug issues from AIDS to Steroids. From health.org
Get the low-down on many of the most common drug issues from AIDS to Steroids. From health.org
What Are The Pros And Cons Of Marijuana Use?
A really good look at the known dangers and benefits of marijuana. Unbiased and well written. From the Middle Earth Peer Assistance Program.
A really good look at the known dangers and benefits of marijuana. Unbiased and well written. From the Middle Earth Peer Assistance Program.
When A Parent Drinks Too Much
Look here if you feel alone and confused about why this is happening to you. From Child Abuse Online.
Look here if you feel alone and confused about why this is happening to you. From Child Abuse Online.