The findings of a recent study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) show an overall softening in attitudes toward drug use, including a decrease in the number of teens who view weekly marijuana use as a "great risk."
"The survey findings are important because they often point to emerging patterns of substance abuse," said Director of National Drug Control Policy Gil Kerlikowske. "Although we see some success in the reduction of overall illicit drug use, methamphetamine and prescription drug abuse among teens, there are indications that progress in other areas may be at a standstill, or even slipping back."
(Source: www.firstcoastnews.com)
Labels: teen drug use, painkillers
Posted By: Aspen Education Group