• Drug Alert: Marijuana Edibles

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    Though smoking marijuana is the most prevalent method of consumption, eating marijuana is quickly becoming a popular way to use the drug.

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  • What Does it Mean to "Relapse?"

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    Read to learn more.

    Unfortunately many people recovering from substance use disorders can relapse.

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    What happened when teens came face-to-face with people who were addicted to drugs?

    The DEA and ELKS Drug Awareness Program (DAP) teamed up to produce this video featuring real, honest conversations between teens, their parents and people recovering from drug addiction.

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Question of the Week

What would you do if you found out your friend was struggling with drug use?

Talk to them about it directly
63%
Talk to/message their family about it
17%
Not mention it at all
11%
Talk to/message another adult about it
9%

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