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Marijuana's Adverse Effects 
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Like tobacco, marijuana contains many chemicals that can hurt the lungs and cause cancer. Learn more about the drug's side affects.... Details >
Medical Marijuana Reality Check
This fact sheet provides information on current Federal policy regarding smoked marijuana as medicine. ... Details >
Methamphetamine Initiative: Indian Health Service
This is the online source for information about METH prevention activities across Indian Country and across the United States.... Details >
Indian Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
National Methamphetamine Awareness Day
This site provides basic information about the drug, including a link for statistical data.... Details >
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
Proposition 36: Improving Lives, Delivering Results
This site provides information on The Drug Policy Alliance published Proposition 36: Improving Lives, Delivering Results to help California state and county officials understand the positive impact of... Details >
Publications for Hispanic/Latinos (Catalog) - National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
This page lists publications and materials available from SAMHSA's NCADI targeted to the hispanic population.... Details >
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use
It is important to watch for any significant changes in your child's physical appearance, personality, attitude or behavior. This site provides information about some of the signs, including drug spe... Details >
Wake Up to the Risks of Marijuana: A Guide for Parents
This brochure outlines the facts of using marijuana and offers tips on what parents can do to keep their children from using marijuana. It also includes parent responses to clear up false information ... Details >
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
What is Substance Abuse Treatment? A Booklet for Families
This booklet, created for family members of those dependent on alcohol or illicit drugs, answers questions often asked by families of people entering treatment. It also offers a resources section with... Details >
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
When It's Not Your Kid, How Do You Deal With Drug and Alcohol Use? (Early Intervention Adult Influencer brochure)
This brochure is meant for adults who serve as role models and mentors for youth. It outlines why adults should care about all children—not just their own—the science behind addiction, what steps can ... Details >
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information