Alcohol & Drugs

Teens are under a lot of pressure to try alcohol and drugs. Find out what drugs and drinking do to you, how they affect your sexual decisions and how you can avoid them.

Be a Quitter This November

By Karen Choucrallah, 16, Staff Writer

This month isn't just about Thanksgiving; it's also Tobacco Awareness Month. If you're a smoker, this November might be the time to quit.

Photography by Scott Houston

Frequently Asked Questions
My friend says all teens drink and it's no big deal. Is that true? What do drugs feel like? Is weed addictive? This guy I know says sex is better when he gets drunk first. Is that true? How can I protect myself from date rape?
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What Era Is Your School In?

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Resources
Here are some of the best Web sites, hotlines and books about drugs and alcohol.