Tips for Teens: The Truth About Opioids

SAMHSA, 2019 

This fact sheet for teens provides facts about opioids. It describes short- and long-term effects and lists signs of opioid use. The fact sheet helps to dispel common myths about opioids. Access sources cited in this fact sheet

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Audience

Prevention Providers & Educators, Youth

Topic

Prescription Drugs, Substance Abuse Prevention/Mental Health Promotion

Type

Factsheets

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