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The Science of Addiction
In this interactive lesson, meet teens who are struggling with prescription opioid misuse and heroin use and learn the science behind their powerful stories.
Watch: Learn About Stimulants
Using illegal stimulants or misusing the prescription stimulants can lead to high blood pressure and can potentially cause a stroke. Learn more by watching this video.
Watch: Learn About Steroids
The long-term effects steroids have on the brain are devastating. Watch the video to learn more.
Watch: Learn About Marijuana
Do you know the ways marijuana can affect your body? Watch the video to learn.
Watch: Learn About Inhalants
Did you know that inhalants can prevent the brain from getting its much-needed oxygen?
Watch: Learn About Hallucinogens
Did you know that hallucinogens - like LSD and peyote - can cause permanent damage to a user's brain? Watch the video to learn more.
Watch: Learn About Depressants
How much do you know about depressants? Just because they may be prescribed by a doctor, doesn't mean they are safe for anyone to use. Watch this video to learn more.
Marijuana Questions: Teens Ask, Scientists Answer
Check out the questions teens asked about marijuana during 2019's Chat Day, along with the answers from scientists.
What Are the Signs of Having a Problem With Drugs?
(NIDA Blog Team) Addiction affects how people think and what they do. But what exactly are the signs?
Scientists Answer Addiction Questions from Teens
How many drugs does it take to become a addict? How are people with drug addiction treated? Get answers to these questions and more.