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THE SCIENCE OF DRUG ABUSE
This is a scientific website used by professionals, researchers,
parents, teachers, students and young adults to get relevant information regarding
drug and alcohol abuse. It is an excellent source to obtain a variety of pertinent
information regarding drugs of abuse. It includes descriptions, street names,
effects, statistics and fact sheets. Subscription to a newsletter featuring
the latest research in addiction science is featured. Helpful links to other
websites are available. This site includes two excellent charts describing
commonly abused street drugs and prescription drugs. A well-written curriculum
entitled “Mind Over Matter” for grades 5-9 includes a teacher’s
guide and reproducible worksheets. Free print and PDF publications are available.
En Espanol.
http://www.nida.nih.gov
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