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Aug 4, 20234 min read
Student Athletes and Opioid Misuse: A Growing Problem
There are many benefits to participating in sports as a teenager. Sports can also be dangerous, as evidenced by the over 5 million...
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DPS Staff
Jul 21, 20233 min read
Substance Abuse During the Summer
In addition to being a time for fun and relaxation, summertime is also a time for young people to abuse substances more frequently. Drug...
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DPS Staff
Jun 16, 20234 min read
The Most Common Causes of Teen Drug Use
According to the CDC, 15% of high school students have ever used illicit drugs including cocaine, inhalants, heroin, methamphetamines,...
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DPS Staff
Apr 28, 20235 min read
The Relationship Between Divorce and Adolescent Substance Abuse
Drug abuse tends to begin during adolescence and early adulthood. In fact, more than two-thirds of students have tried alcohol by the...
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DPS Staff
Mar 31, 20234 min read
Signs Your Child May Be Struggling With Mental Health Issues
It's not all fun and games when you're a child. As children grow, they are constantly faced with new challenges and pressures from the...
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DPS Staff
Mar 17, 20234 min read
National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week®, or NDAFW, is a week-long health awareness campaign that inspires young people to discuss the...
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DPS Staff
Feb 3, 20236 min read
How to Talk to Your Teen About Substance Use
Bringing up topics like sex, drugs, and money with teenagers can be challenging. But why do most parents avoid discussing sex and drugs...
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