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More And More Concern Regarding Benadryl Abuse

February 28th, 2008 · No Comments

Benadryl is a popular antihistamine used primarily to combat allergies and congestion problems. Benadryl is also used in many over the counter sleep aids. When used in larger than intended doses, Benadryl changes the way it interacts on the human body. When used in high doses it can cause hallucinations and confusion, […]

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Tags: Drug And Alcohol · Medicines · Substance Abuse · Youth

Alcohol And Our Youth

February 11th, 2008 · No Comments

A 2006 Washington State Healthy Youth Study surveyed much of the state’s youth and among the results found were:
15% of eighth graders admitted to having used alcohol in the past month.
33% of tenth graders admitted to having used alcohol in the past month.
Both groups had some that admitted to already being heavy drinkers.

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Tags: Drug And Alcohol