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What Is Fentanyl? for Parents
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.
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What Is Nicotine? for Parents
Nicotine is a highly addictive stimulant. Those who start smoking before age 21 have the hardest time breaking the habit.
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Recreational Drugs and Pregnancy for Parents
Drug use during pregnancy can cause many problems, both in the mother and baby.
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What Is PCP? for Parents
PCP abuse is less common these days, mostly because of the drug's scary side effects. Find out more about the drug phencyclidine.
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Dealing With Addiction for Teens
Find out what you can do if you think you or a friend has a drug or alcohol addiction - from recognizing the warning signs to suggestions to help you stay clean.
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A to Z Symptom: Seizure for Parents
Seizures can be frightening, but most last only a few minutes and stop on their own.
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What Is Heroin? for Parents
Heroin is a highly addictive, illegal narcotic that can cause death when taken in excess.
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Heroin for Teens
Heroin is a highly addictive drug made from the seed pod of the opium poppy plant. Learn more about heroin and its effects in this article for teens.
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Talking to Your Child About Drugs for Parents
Help protect kids against drug use by giving them the facts before they're in a risky situation.
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What Are "Magic" Mushrooms? for Parents
Some kinds of mushrooms are considered illegal drugs because they contain substances that cause people to hallucinate. Find out more about hallucinogenic mushrooms.