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Articles from October 2010

• California middle school devotes entire day to spread anti-drug and anti-alcohol message

  A middle school in California recognized Red Ribbon Week by staging a day-long rally in an effort to prevent kids from drinking alcohol and using drugs. more...

• Schools in New Jersey report a high number of disruptive incidents

  Principals from a middle and elementary school in New Jersey have reported that hundreds of disruptive incidents occurred at their institutions last year. more...

• Negative effects of energy drinks on children gain national attention

  A school district in New York recently added energy drinks to its list of banned substances in school. more...

• At-home drug testing kits gain popularity among parents

  An uncertain economy hasn't effected the sale of take-home drug testing kits, according to MyNorthWest.com. more...

• Some parents employ drug-sniffing dogs to see if their child is using drugs

  Parents in Maryland are now able to hire drug-sniffing dogs in order to check if their teenagers are using illegal substances. more...

• Florida students who pledge sobriety get discount shopping card in return

  A Florida-based attorney is encouraging teenagers to stay away from drugs and alcohol by offering them cost savings at local businesses. more...

• Officials explain to teenagers the dangers of sending revealing text messages

  A law enforcement official in a Georgia county recently spoke with middle school students about the dangers of "sexting." more...

• Authorities and community members rally to keep children out of methamphetamine labs

  More than 1,000 of the methamphetamine labs that have been raided in Arkansas over the last decade have been in residences housing children. more...

• Film exposes teens to negative effects of bullying

  Students in a Colorado school district viewed a movie about bullying this past week, and several were deeply affected by the footage. more...

• Legalizing marijuana may have detrimental effect on children

  On November 2, California residents will vote on Proposition 19 to decide whether adults can legally possess, smoke and grow marijuana. more...

• One in five teenage girls are abused by a partner, a community advocate reports

  Community educators in New York are spreading awareness about the prevalence of teen dating violence in America. more...

• Many students rely on caffeinated products to remain productive in school

  A health center in Indiana reports that students are putting their health at risk by taking substances to increase their productivity. more...

• Anti-drug foundation aims to educate parents about the rising trends of teenage drug use

  A regional high school in New Jersey will host a workshop for parents this week in order to provide up-to-date facts and suggestions on preventing drug use by their teenagers. more...

• Teenage heroin use on the rise in Washington school district

  Communities in Washington state have encountered a rising trend of heroin use among adolescents. more...

• Study: Kids who are overexposed to violent images are at risk of developing aggressive behavior

  A recent study reveals that adolescent boys who are exposed to too much violence in the media may become desensitized by the images and develop aggressive behavior. more...

• Red Ribbon Week aims to educate parents and kids about dangers associated with substance abuse

  Children across the nation will participate in Red Ribbon Week next week to raise awareness about the dangers linked to substance abuse. more...

• Children who have an incarcerated parent are more likely to develop problem behavior

  A mentoring program in Missouri was recently awarded $600,000 in federal grants to help serve children who have a parent in prison. more...

• Author who has dyslexic boy suggests reading tips for parents

  The author of a popular children's book series has compiled a list of tips for parents that may help children overcome their learning disabilities. more...

• Survey: Kids using marijuana at an earlier age

  A national survey reveals that more individuals are experimenting with marijuana at a younger age. more...

• Children with single parents are at risk to develop behavioral problems, study reveals

  Researchers recently discovered that children who are raised in a single-parent family are more likely to develop behavioral problems. more...

• New high school principal makes extra effort to eradicate drug use

  Joseph Findley has not been a principal very long, but he has already declared a war on drugs. more...

• Head of national drug control office concerned about youth drug trends

  The leader of a national anti-drug organization recently said that parents need to address their children's use of substances before addictions develop. more...

• Rate of West Virginia students with autism has tripled since 2001

  The number of West Virginia students who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has significantly increased over the last decade. more...

• Study: Children with ADHD at greater risk for depression and suicide

  A recent study shows that young children who are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face a greater risk for depression and suicide between ages 9 and 18. more...

• Children who witness domestic abuse should receive therapy treatment, experts say

  Caseworkers in Georgia recently talked about the importance of counseling for children who have been exposed to domestic violence. more...

• Wisconsin-based group organizes alcohol-free event for teenagers

  A Wisconsin coffeehouse recently hosted a concert to promote alcohol-free fun for teenagers. more...

• Effects of cyberbullying can be 'horrifying' for some children

  A teenage boy from Long Island, New York, is a self-proclaimed victim of digital abuse. He admits that he has felt the wrath of cyberbullying, a growing problem in the U.S. that is garnering national attention following the recent suicide of a New Jersey college student. more...

• Popular teenagers use drugs to maintain status, study says

  A new study reveals that many teenagers use drugs in order to remain well-liked by their peers. more...