by Ben Conrad | Oct 27, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Recently, more than ever, parents have been searching for everything there is to know about synthetic drugs. This is because synthetic drugs are the fastest-changing drug category and they pose hair-raising health risks. This Halloween, do not be haunted by the...
by Ben Conrad | Oct 23, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Halloween is right around the corner and candy is packed on every store shelf, kitchen cabinet, and office candy dish. Also readily available are medicines in purses, cabinets, and counter tops. While this is a time of the year where families can come together in...
by Ben Conrad | Oct 22, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
We applaud our friends at the DEA for launching a new Tip-Line today. Now, anyone can anonymously report illegal prescription drug activity by entering TIP411 (847411) and the keyword TipRx in the text field followed by your message. By continuing our efforts to...
by Ben Conrad | Oct 21, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Studies show that children feel pressure from their parents to excel in sports in order to achieve possible scholarships or accolades. This added pressure may result in your teen considering a performance-enhancing drug as a shortcut to improve their athletic...
by Ben Conrad | Oct 10, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
High school football season is in full swing and for the next few weeks, football games, homecoming dances and parties will be a top focus for many teens. But this time of the year also means that teens are put into social situations where they have easy access to...
by Ben Conrad | Oct 6, 2014 | DrugFreeAzKids.org
Having a teenager can be a challenging, especially in today’s busy world. In Arizona, the average age of first time drug use is 13 years old! We would like to take this time to educate parents on signs to look out for and what you can do if you suspect your child is...