prescription drug abuse

If a Fourteen Year Old Went Into a Drugstore Would They Be Able to Buy Medication?

Question by Zeanna: If a fourteen year old went into a drugstore would they be able to buy medication?
Would a teen be able to purchase a non-prescription medicine or vitamin alone at a drugstore? (Doing a project on drug abuse prevention)
aspirin? cough syrups? weight loss pills? caffine supplements?

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Answer by ??
You should be able to get vitamin in a drugstore without a problem. I’m pretty sure you can also get advil

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What Are Some Organizations for Teenage Drug Abuse?

Question by Joel C: What are some organizations for teenage drug abuse?
What are some organizations that are doing things to help teenagers with drug abuse problems?

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Answer by Chocofroggu
TAVO!!! It something in Alberta but my sister was one of the people that helped start it. Teens Against Violent Oppression. It deals with drug abuse as well as violent oppression.

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What Is the Risk of Addiction for Prescription Pills When Taken Properly?

Question by xxheavymetal: What is the risk of addiction for prescription pills when taken properly?
i need this info for a paper i’m writing. i’m only wondering about the risk of addiction/dependence of prescription drugs (opiates, amphetamines, barbiturates, etc.) when used as prescribed by a doctor. when i googled it, everything i got dealt with prescription drug ABUSE, which is NOT what i’m looking for.

also, if you could, i’d appreciate it if you’d cite the source you got it from, otherwise i can’t use it in my paper. thank you!!

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Why Is Drug Addiction Considered a Disease?

Question by fraucarlson: Why is drug addiction considered a disease?
I have a psychological disorder I was born with and inherited. I have a hard time equating what I have as similar to a drug addiction. I didn’t choose my path. So can someone explain to me why it’s considered a disease?

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Answer by KIM!!
I guess because addictions are mental disorders. When someone is addicted.to something they really cannot stop. Stopping means they suffer. It hurts them physically to be without their drug. Because their brain has been convinced that they NEED this drug, alcohol, or food to survive. But I certainly understand why you would be frustrated when you have a disease that you were born with.

Where Can I Read a Law in Full Length Online?

Question by —-: Where can I read a law in full length online?
I want to read the most current law regarding all substance abuse. The only one I know of is the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970, but Im not even sure if that is the most recent. Regardless, where can I read online the full law?

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Answer by AraOrun
If you are in california try http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/calaw.html. This might help or lead you to something else.

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Vaccine Distributor Antitrust Claims Should Stick, Judge Told

Vaccine Distributor Antitrust Claims Should Stick, Judge Told

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… on: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn By Scott Flaherty. Law360, New York (May 23, 2013, 7:53 PM ET) — A Nevada clinic said Wednesday it had presented enough evidence to tie Apexus Inc. to alleged abuse of a federal drug-discount program and keep the …
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