Other
Pni: Pharmacologic Management of Aggression and Irritability
This website explores the beneficial relationship of psychopharmacology and the management of aggression and irritability. Mentions types of medication.
Other
Transplant Q/a
Article with questions and answers relating to heart transplants. Great info from who is eligible, what is an average cost, what drugs are related and much more.
Other
Time for Teens
This site provides information on crime, drugs, and other issues that affect youth. Also includes a section on the importance of being a good citizen and assorted games and tests (science, sports). Would be of best use for research on...
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Medicine and Health Care
Simulate the spread of germs and explore current issues in the field of medicine such as the placebo effect, contraception and myths and facts about AIDS. Describe how pandemics have changed history, and discover how x-rays and...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Pbs: Do All Drugs Affect the Brain Similarly?
Discusses the mechanism by which drugs effect the brain. Contains links which discuss other aspects of drug addiction.
Other
Department of Health and Human Services: Straight Talk About Drugs
Just as the title implies, this is a straight forward approach for kids to learn the effects of drugs directed towards girls.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Nida: Survey Provides Data on Drug Use During Pregnancy
Read this fascinating article from NIDA with unbelievable statistics of women using drugs during pregnancy. See chart showing drug use during pregnancy among racial and ethnic groups.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic
A comprehensive resource for timely and accurate medical information from experts at Mayo Clinic. Content includes information on almost all diseases and conditions, a guide to healthy living, first-aid and self-care information.
Other
Internet Mental Health: Triazolam (Halcion)
Organized into several brief sections, this IMH website is a good introduction to Halcion, which is a prescription drug taken to treat insomnia.
Curated OER
Kids Health: What You Need to Know About Drugs
Students are curious about drugs and this is a simple site that delves into what they need to know: what drugs are good and what drugs are harmful, what are illegal drugs, like heroin and marijuana, and why are they illegal. The authors...
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Nida: Behavioral Problems Related to Maternal Smoking
This resource provides information about the dangers of smoking while pregnant, and the affects on children in the future.
WebMD
Web Md: Health News
WebMD is a very helpful online health resource. Coverage includes the latest health & medical news, with in-depth medical references at your fingertips. Topics that range from diabetes to second hand smoking are discussed by medical...
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: For Teens: Heroin
Heroin is a very addictive and dangerous drug. Learn more in this article for teens.
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: For Teens: Mdma (Ecstasy)
Ecstasy is a dangerous drug that can cause hallucinations. Read more about this drug in this article just for teens.
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: Alcohol
Do you know how beer and other alcoholic drinks affect the body and mind? Find out in this article for kids.
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: For Teens: Depressants
Depressants are a dangerous drug if used the wrong way. Find out more in this article for teens.
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
National Youth Anti Drug Media Campaign: Above the Influence: Ghb Facts
This resource presents information about the risks of using GHB, also known as liquid ecstasy.
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
National Youth Anti Drug Media Campaign: Feeling Pressured? A Quiz
This online quiz helps teens gauge the amount of pressure they are experiencing from their friends to act and do as others do, plus suggestions for helping then stay free of negative influences.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Nida: "Ecstasy" Damages the Brain
This article summarizes a medical study that examined ecstasy's effect on brain function. Learn how this designer drug causes both short term and long term damage in users' brains.
Other
Children Now: Talking With Kids About Tough Issues: Drugs and Alcohol
Parents are given the confidence to discuss with students difficult issues like drugs, violence, and alcohol. Topics included are talking with kids about alcohol and drugs. Discussion topics and answers to common questions are outlined.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Health and Fitness: Health Quests: Stop Substance Abuse
Spread the word about the risks of tobacco and drug abuse and learn basic HTML at the same time. Use the links provided by this site to learn facts about addiction.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Nida: Expanded Methadone Treatment
A the National Institute on Drug Abuse, you can read about how an expert panel called for expanding access to Methadone treatment by eliminating excessive regulations and increasing funding. This article was originally written in 1997.
Live Wire Media
Good Character: Saying No
A collection of strategies and activities to teach learners good refusal skills and skills for standing up to peer pressure when it comes to drug and alcohol use.
Other
The Successes and Failures of George Bush's War on Drugs
This site describes the successes and failures of President George Bush's "war on drugs," a strategy for eliminating drug use. Sponsored by drugsense.org.