Words Matter: Why Don ’t We Say “Addict”?
When you speak about people who have a substance use disorder, the words you use matter.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - February 20, 2018 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Out of Control: Opioids and the Brain
The longer someone misuses opioids, the harder it is to quit. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - February 12, 2018 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Say What? "Habituation"
The process of habituation can lead to teens taking more and more risks, some of which can be harmful.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - February 5, 2018 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Teens ’ Drug Use Is Lower Than Ever (Mostly)
Teens are using alcohol, opioids, and cigarettes less frequently than they used to. But they don't always know about the risks involved in using e-cigarettes, marijuana, and inhalants. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - January 8, 2018 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
The Year in Drug News: 2017 Blog Roundup
Check out our list of last year ’s blog posts—on secondhand marijuana smoke, e-cigarettes, opioids, and more—and see what you may have missed.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - January 3, 2018 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
“Personalized Medicine” for Drug Problems?
Could gene research help treat drug problems —or even prevent them from happening in the first place?Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - December 18, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Tech-wise: Discovering Medications by Computer
Technology is helping scientists find new ways to safely treat health problems. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - December 11, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Babies Born to Women Addicted to Opioids
These babies may experience difficult withdrawal symptoms. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - December 4, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Drugs and HIV/AIDS: Linked in More Ways Than One
Drugs can change the way your brain works, which can affect your judgment and lead to bad decisions.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - December 1, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Addicted to Aggression?
People who are addicted to aggression have things in common with people addicted to drugs. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - November 27, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
The Decline of Teen Tobacco Use
More teens are making a smart choice not to use tobacco.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - November 13, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
K2/Spice: An Unpredictable Danger
K2/Spice is not marijuana, and it ’s not safe.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - November 6, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Are You “Under the Influence” of Movies and TV?
Research shows that on-screen smoking and teen smoking are connected.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - October 30, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Bullying Hurts. You Can Help.
Bullying is often connected to substance use. Here are four steps you can take to reduce the harm caused by bullying. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - October 25, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
The Science of Risky Teen Behavior
Teens are more likely to take risks than any other age group. One young scientist wants to find out why. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - October 16, 2017 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
