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A Guide for Teens

http://www.health.org/govpubs/phd688/

[ Teens ] - Discusses how to know if a friend has a drug or alcohol problem and what to do. Includes warning signs, causes for substance abuse, when partying becomes a problem, why it is hard for someone to admit that they have a problem, and ways to help a friend get help.

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AADAC My Room

http://www.aadac4kids.com

[ Kids ] - Aimed at pre-teens, this interactive site offers games, quizzes, activities and facts to raise awareness of alcohol, drugs, gambling and tobacco problems and help kids make healthy lifestyle choices.

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AADAC Zoot2

http://www.zoot2.com

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Offering information for youth age 13-17 on alcohol, drugs, gambling, personal development and recovery. Interactive features include surveys, quizzes and forums showcasing youth views and talents.

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Addiction - when you just can't stop

http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=2495

[ Kids ] - Explains what it is, different types, what can be addicting, signs, and how to help.

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Adventure Station

http://www.cyke.com/station.swf

[ Kids ] - Helps kids identify and deal with emotions and how to say no to substances such as alcohol and drugs.

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Be Real Campaign

http://www.berealteens.com

[ Kids/Teens ] - A drug-prevention program for 10 to 14-year-olds in Illinois, USA. Includes interesting facts, things to do, cool videos, and good ideas for schools and clubs.

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Beaware

http://www.beaware.org.au

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Discusses the risks and effects of various legal and illegal drugs. Includes harm minimisation techniques, first aid tips, and safe party information for youth in Australia.

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Drug Free Ambassadors

http://www.drugfreeambassadors.com.au/

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Church of Scientology drug prevention in Australia. Includes facts and specific programs to help teens stay clean.

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DrugFree.org: Help for Teens

http://www.drugfree.org/Teen/

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - In-depth information on how to say no to drugs, how to help friends with drug abuse problems, and facts about the short and long-term effects of drugs and other substances.

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EPeer Voices

http://www.coalitionpathways.com/

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Voluntary, national cyber community of teens and tweens, empowered to spread the word to their subscribing friends of factual anti-drug information, tips, self tests, competitions and events.

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Facts for Youth

http://www.acde.org/youth/

[ Teens ] - Facts, research, and activities about drugs from the American Council for Drug Education.

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For Kids Only

http://www.health.org/features/kidsarea/

[ Kids/Teens ] - Activities, tips and resources from the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information.

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FRANK

http://www.talktofrank.com/

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - A to Z list of substances explains appearance and use, effects, chances of getting hooked, health risks and UK law. Includes information on peer pressure, getting help for yourself or a friend, ecard, email and UK toll-free number to ask questions.

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Freevibe

http://www.freevibe.com/

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Teen approach to peer pressure, anti-drug message and the media. Personal stories, online games, and message boards.

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In the Mix - Altered States

http://www.pbs.org/inthemix/shows/show_drug_abuse.html

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - PBS documentary gives personal accounts about drugs, their effects, and the physical, mental, and legal consequences of using. Includes statistics, messages from teens, marijuana poll, get or give advice, resources, and US hotline numbers.

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Kids Against Drugs: Just for Teens

http://www.kidsagainstdrugs.com/teen_room.htm

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Presents facts, humour, promotional items and advice on how to talk to parents about drug use and similar topics.

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Mind Over Matter

http://www.nida.nih.gov/MOM/MOMIndex.html

[ Kids/Teens ] - Series teaches students in grades five through nine about the effects of drugs, steroids, and nicotine on the body.

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TeensHealth: Dealing With Addiction

http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/drug_alcohol/getting_help/addictions.html

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Find out what you can do if you think you or a friend has a drug or alcohol addiction. Explains signs, getting help, and staying clean.

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TeensHealth: Drugs: What You Should Know

http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/drug_alcohol/drugs/know_about_drugs.html

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Gives street names, usage, effects, and addictiveness for legal and illegal drugs.

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The Science Behind Drug Abuse

http://teens.drugabuse.gov/

[ Teens ] - National Institute on Drug Abuse offers facts on drug use and the brain. Includes answers to common questions, real stories from teens with addictions, and games and quizzes to test teens' knowledge of drugs and their effects.

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ThinkQuest: Drugs

http://library.thinkquest.org/3638/

[ Kids/Teens ] - Offers facts, consequences, and options to drug use. Includes discussion of marijuana, heroin, cocaine, tobacco, and alcohol. [No longer accepting story endings or emails to kids.]

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Tracking Trends in Teen Drug Abuse

http://www.nida.nih.gov/NIDA_Notes/NNVol14N1/Teentrends.html

[ Mature Teens ] - National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) statistics and trends relating to drug use among adolescents. (April, 1999)

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WebMD - Teen Alcohol and Drug Abuse

http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/Alcohol-Abuse/Teen-Alcohol-and-Drug-Abuse-Topic-Overview

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Find information, prevention, and treatments for teens' use and abuse of alcohol and drugs.

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What You Need to Know About Drugs

http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/grow/drugs_alcohol/know_drugs.html

[ Kids/Teens ] - Article explains how drugs affect the human body. Includes a look at why people use drugs, along with warning signs of drug abuse and tips for helping friends who are using drugs.

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