Jan 26 Drug Headlines

ALCOHOL – NETHERLANDS
Excessive drinking, not alcoholism, may lead to most alcohol-related problems – Press Zoom
Excessive drinking, not alcoholism, may lead to most alcohol-related problems.

METH – USA
A Portrait of the Typical School-Age Meth User – Pride Surveys
The typical student user of methamphetamines is a 17-year old white male who lives with both parents, first tried meth at age 12.6 years, under performs in the classroom, and does not view the drug as harmful to the health.

ALCOHOL – USA
Binge Drinking May Be Biggest Alcohol Threat: Survey – Food Consumer
A statewide New Mexico survey suggests that most Americans who drink too much may not, in fact, be full-blown alcoholics but rather binge drinkers.

METH – USA
Meth Use Among Females On The Rise – KCPW
Women of child bearing age are a growing demographic among meth users. According to experts from the Salt Lake County Division of Substance Abuse, most women addicted to meth began using due to relationship pressures.