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Tuesday, August 01, 2006

Teens, Technology, and Drugs

Text messaging, the Internet, chat rooms and social networking sites can aid teenage drug use, says the Office of National Drug Control Policy. The ONDCP has published an Open Letter to Parents which focuses on the ways in which technology can aid teen drug use and outlines how parents can monitor teens’ digital activities. “The pusher has moved to the PC. With one click of the mouse, teens can enter a virtual world of drugs,” said John P. Walters, director of National Drug Control Policy. “The Internet can teach teens how to buy or make drugs, how to use different drugs and other products to get high, and how to beat drug tests.” [ Visit Website ]


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