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Drug Facts Chat Day

Drug Abuse Chat Day

CHAT DAY 2008

Thanks to all who participated and made this such a successful event!

The transcript of the chat is now available for those who may have missed seeing your question answered, or just want to see what students in other parts of the United States were asking us.

See you next year!

View the Transcript for 2008 Chat Day

View Frequently Asked Questions to our Scientists


If you or a friend needs help with a drug problem...

The best way for someone to stop using drugs is to get treatment from a doctor or other health professional. The sooner they get treatment the better are their hopes for recovery.

If you are in crisis and need to speak with someone immediately, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (they don't just talk about suicide, they cover a lot of issues and will help put you in touch with someone close by). 

For more on treatment and where you can find it, you can call the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator at 1-800-662-HELP or go to their website at www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov. Talking about your drug use can be uncomfortable, but it can help to reach out to a trusted family member, teacher or coach.

NIDA Director, Nora Volkow meets with 100 students
in Harlem, at the High School for Math Science and Engineering at City College in New York City for an open discussion.


Rockville High School (RHS) in Maryland created this Drug Facts Chat Day promotion

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The creative students at Rockville High School (RHS) in Rockville, Maryland created this Drug Facts Chat Day promotion for their morning announcements. RHS opened its media center so kids could go in throughout the day and post questions. Now the student leaders offer some of our scientists’ answers once a week during morning announcements. Go Rams!

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Resources

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Teacher's Guide

FAQ's about Chat Day

Letter to Teachers from the NIDA Director

Past Chat Days

Additional Resources

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NIDA for Teens site

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