Sometimes it’s hard to know where to go for the facts about drugs. At NIDA, we learn from science—not from rumors or gossip. Ask the questions, look for the facts, and think hard about what you find out and what it means for you. Follow the journey with Sara.
Are You Sure You Want To Drink That?
Sara Bellum
March 05, 2013
At first glance, energy drinks seem like a great idea—they give you increased energy without sleep—but be careful. A fast-growing number of people are ending up in the emergency room because of them, according to a new report. The Facts In 2011, there were 20,783 ER visits because of energy drinks. That’s enough people to fill half of the average Major League Baseball stadium. Read More »
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Dating is hard enough already--why make it harder?
July 08, 2009
Never underestimate the power of a bright white smile. NIDA’s 2008 Monitoring the Future Survey found that the vast majority of teens—75% of high school seniors—would “prefer to date people who don’t smoke.” Read More »
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Binge Drinking Matters--To Your Brain
July 08, 2009
I'm sure you've heard that abusing alcohol hurts your health. But how many years of drinking do you think it takes to visibly affect your brain? Ten years? Twenty? Read More »
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July 06, 2009
The Sara Bellum Blog is written by a team of NIDA scientists, science writers, educators, and teens. We connect you with the latest scientific research and news, so you can use that info to make healthy, smart decisions. Sometimes it can be hard to know where to go for the truth about drugs. Read More »
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June 07, 2009
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January 10, 2008
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