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Nora D. Volkow, M.D.
NIDA Director


Dr. Volkow meets with 100 students at a Harlem high school for an open discussion. Watch teens ask Dr. Volkow their own questions


You can also read Dr. NIDA's answers to the most frequently asked questions about drugs and drug abuse here:

Frequently Asked Questions—What drugs are commonly abused?

Anabolic Steroids—Are anabolic steroids addictive?

Brain and Addiction—How quickly can I become addicted to a drug?

Ecstasy—The highs and lows of ecstasy can cause severe damage to your body and mind.

HIV, AIDS, and Drug Abuse—What's the connection between drugs and HIV infection?

Inhalants—What happens to you when you abuse inhalants?

Marijuana—How long does marijuana stay in the user's body?

Nicotine—What happens when nicotine is taken for long periods of time?

Stimulants—Are stimulants addictive?

Other Drugs—Looking for information on other drugs not listed here? NIDA has lots of other resources available - just look here.

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