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Drug Addiction Treatment

For millions of Americans, substance use progresses to a point where brief interventions are not sufficient to promote recovery. Find out about drug treatment services and programs in your area.... Details >

Office of National Drug Control Policy, The White House

Drug Guide for Parents - (PDF)  External Link

Learn about 13 categories of drugs, why they are dangerous, how kids and teens use and abuse them, and physical signs of use that kids typically exhibit.... Details >

The Partnership at Drugfree.org  External Link

Drug Testing: Current List of Certified Labs

Find the current list of United States Department of Health and Human Services certified laboratories.... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Drugs and Pregnancy  External Link

Some drugs can be harmful when used at any time during pregnancy; others, however, are particularly damaging at specific stages. Learn why it is important to give up alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs d... Details >

American Council for Drug Education  External Link

Drugs, Alcohol and HIV/AIDS: A Consumer Guide for African Americans - (PDF)

Drug and alcohol use can lead to risky behaviors that can increase your exposure to HIV/AIDS. This brochure for African Americans discusses the issue of substance abuse and HIV.... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Emerging Drugs

Get more information on K2/Spice, Salvia and Bath Salts. ... Details >

National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

Facts on Drugs

Find the real facts on how different drugs affect the brain and body.... Details >

National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

Facts on Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs

Abusing prescription drugs can have negative short- and long-term health consequences. Read about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs.... Details >

National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

Find a Meeting: Narcotics Anonymous  External Link

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) offers recovery to addicts around the world with a focus on the disease of addiction rather than any particular drug. Find a meeting in your area. ... Details >

Narcotics Anonymous  External Link

Get the Facts: Prescription Drug Abuse on College Campuses - (PDF)  External Link

Many college students mistakenly believe prescription medications are safe because they are FDA approved and prescribed by a doctor. But all medications have risks. Recognize the symptoms of prescrip... Details >

National Council on Patient Information and Education  External Link

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