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Underage Drinking: What Can Parents Do?

Many kids and teens try alcohol during their high school and college years. But parents are important role models in this area. Here's how to set a good example.

Understanding Cliques

Cliques are tight groups that usually have a strict code of membership and ways to act. Most focus on maintaining their status and popularity. Here's what parents should know.

Vaping: What Parents Should Know

E-cigarettes (or “vape pens”) heat a liquid until it becomes a vapor, which is inhaled. The liquid (called e-liquid or “vape juice”) can contain nicotine or marijuana distillate or oil. Here are the facts on vaping.

What Are "Magic" Mushrooms?

Some kinds of mushrooms are considered illegal drugs because they contain substances that cause people to hallucinate. Find out more about hallucinogenic mushrooms.

What Are Amphetamines?

Amphetamines (including prescription diet pills) are highly addictive stimulants that accelerate functions in the brain and body.

What Are Bath Salts?

Bath salts are powerful stimulant drugs that increase brain and central nervous system activity.

What Are Cocaine & Crack?

Cocaine and crack are illegal drugs that produce an intense high and can cause a stroke, heart attack, or even death.

What Are Depressants?

Depressants calm and relax nerves. But if used in the wrong way, they can be dangerous and even cause life-threatening problems.

What Are Inhalants?

Inhalants like glue are sniffed or huffed to give the user a high. Doing it even once can be fatal.

What Is Fentanyl?

Fentanyl is a synthetic (man-made) opioid that doctors can prescribe to treat pain. Fentanyl is also made illegally and sold as a street drug.