Experts Warn Parents About New Drugs Nicknamed ‘Molly’ and ‘Krokodil’
Experts warn parents about new drugs nicknamed ‘molly’ and ‘krokodil’
New drugs and drug use trends often come on the scene rapidly. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Community Epidemiology Work Group (CEWG) is a network of researchers in major metropolitan areas and some states across the United States… Continue reading
1 in 7 College Students Abuse 'Smart Drugs' to Improve Concentration, Grades
1 In 7 College Students Abuse 'Smart Drugs' To Improve Concentration, Grades
These two stimulants are often prescribed to treat individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), with the purpose of inducing a calm and focused effect in patients, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. But for… Continue reading
Youth Drug Abuse Declines
Youth Drug Abuse Declines
PUTRAJAYA, Nov 13 (Bernama) — Drug abuse among youths (aged between 16 and 39) from January to July this year has decreased by 15.4 per cent to 3,185 compared to the corresponding period last year, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Rohani Abdul Karim.… Continue reading
Dr. Wilson Compton Named Deputy Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse
Dr. Wilson Compton named Deputy Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse
has been appointed the Deputy Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA,) part of the National Institutes of Health. The announcement was made today by the Institute Director, Dr. Nora Volkow. Dr. Compton has served as the… Continue reading