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Prescription Drugs: Abuse and Addiction
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What is prescription drug abuse?
What are some of the commonly abused prescription drugs?
Opioids
CNS depressants
Stimulants
Trends in prescription drug abuse
How many people abuse prescription drugs?
Adolescents and young adults
Older adults
Gender differences
How many people suffer adverse health consequences from abusing prescription drugs?
Preventing and recognizing prescription drug abuse
Treating prescription drug addiction
Chronic Pain Treatment and Addiction
Glossary
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