A common misconception is the idea that teenagers are more likely to abuse illicit drugs, such as marijuana or cocaine. However, statistics reveal the likelihood that teenagers will abuse prescription drugs, including opioids, stimulants, antidepressants, and tranquilizers. Many teenagers mistakenly believe that using prescription drugs is in fact “safer” than illegal street drugs, and for [...]
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Contributor: Dr. Carla Garber, PhD, LPC A soaring number of college freshmen come to school already in recovery. And more and more students are wisely getting treatment while in college. In both scenarios, continuing aftercare while in school is critical. If you are an incoming freshman in recovery, it is wise to set up interviews [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.