Faces of Prescription Drug Abuse: Jefra Bland

Published March 15, 2013

Faces of Prescription Drug Abuse: Jefra Bland – Miss Kentucky Teen USA 2009 Jefra Bland talks about her family’s experience with prescription drug abuse.

Students self-medicate

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When school and life create too many tasks to accomplish in one day, students across the nation have found that the effects of Adderall can be appealing, and EWU students are no different. Adderall and Ritalin are stimulants commonly prescribed to …
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National Academy vows to crack down on drugs after pupils smoked 'legal high'

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“We know that other substances such as caffeine, that is sold in various forms as a legal substance, can cause serious side effects, and even death if misused.” The school and police have moved this week to reassure parents that they are treating the …
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In Sierra Leone, FORUT Donates Sporting Items to Secondary School

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He said the donation will help the pupils not only to be against alcohol and drugs but also develop their minds and physical fitness for all sporting competitions. He advised the pupils to educate their peers on the harmful effects of drugs and alcohol …
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