A Fast Growing Problem
The rate of prescription drug abuse among adolescents has increased dramatically over the past decade. Painkillers, depressants, and stimulants are the medications most frequently abused. These meds are incredibly addictive. The negative consequences of prescription drug abuse can be severe. Many teenagers abuse prescription drugs in combination with alcohol or other drugs, increasing the health and safety risks. Youth report that prescription drugs are easily obtained, oftentimes found in the medicine cabinets in their own homes. Accessibility, along with the common misconception that prescription drugs are safe to use, make prescription drug abuse by our youth an increasingly significant problem that demands our attention.
A Presentation for Parents and Teens
Hosted by Tualatin Together
OSU School of Pharmacy students will discuss the dangers of prescription drug misuse and what parents, teens and community members can do to prevent it. Spanish translation available. Call 503-431-4144 for more info.
Tigard High is now Red Ribbon certified! Due to STUD’s commitment to improving school environment, parent engagement and academic performance, Tigard High School was awarded the Red Ribbon Certification for 2011-2014!
To help keep potentially dangerous drugs out of kids’ hands, the Tigard Police Dept. hosts Prescription Drug Turn-Ins twice a year. Unwanted prescription and non-prescription medications are collected for safe disposal. Next event is on April 28th.
US DEA Take Back Initiative