Substance Use is Widespread Among Native American, White and Mixed-Race Youth
A new study finds widespread substance abuse among Native American, mixed-race and white teenagers.
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African-American Women More Likely Than Men to Stick With Substance Abuse Counseling
A new study finds African-American women are more likely than men to stay with a type of substance abuse counseling called Motivational Enhancement Therapy. However, the women’s substance abuse issues continued, UPI reports.
Naltrexone May Benefit Asians with Alcoholism
Naltrexone, approved by the Food and Drug Administration as treatment for alcohol dependence, may be especially effective in people of Asian descent, a new study suggests.
Face of Drug Addiction in Chicago Becoming More White, Suburban and Wealthier
Experts in the Chicago area say they are seeing more people facing drug addiction who are white, suburban and upper-middle class.
Drug Abuse, Obesity are Adults’ Top Health Concerns About Children
U.S. adults say drug abuse and obesity are the biggest concerns about children’s health in their communities, a new survey finds.
Menthol Cigarettes Increase Difficulty in Quitting Smoking Among Some Groups
People who smoke menthol cigarettes may find it more difficult to quit smoking than those who smoke other types of cigarettes, a new study suggests. The findings were most striking among black and Puerto Rican smokers.
FDA Conducting Review of Public Health Impact of Menthol Cigarettes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products has announced it will review research on the impact of the use of menthol in cigarettes on the public health. The independent review will evaluate the impact of the cigarettes overall, as well as on children, African Americans, Hispanics, and other racial/ethnic minorities.
Newport Menthol Cigarette Ads Target African-American Students, Study Finds
The manufacturer of Newport menthol cigarettes targeted its ads to California high school neighborhoods with a high percentage of African-American students, a new study finds.
Preschool May Reduce Risk of Drug and Alcohol Addiction Later in Life, Study Suggests
Preschool may be an effective tool in the fight against addiction, a new study suggests. The study of more than 1,500 children found those who had attended preschool were 28 percent less likely to develop substance abuse problems.
Social Support Key in Helping Latinos Quit Smoking, Study Finds
Support from a partner improves the chance that Latinos will successfully quit smoking, a new study suggests. This support can also help counteract the negative effect that depression can have on quitting smoking.
