Pubdate: Wed, 11 Jun 2003
Source: Lincoln Journal, The (WV)
Contact:  2003 The Lincoln Journal.
Website: http://www.lincolnjournal.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/1816
Author: Erica Catton

MARIJUANA STILL MOST WIDELY USED DRUG

Editor:; According to the latest information from NIDA (National
Institute on Drug Abuse) marijuana is the most widely used illicit drug
among America's youth.  The statistics show that some of the drugs being
abused more frequently are those that are falsely believed to be 'safe'.
We are facing a tremendous knowledge gap about the very real dangers of
drugs; like Ecstasy and marijuana.

The use of marijuana can produce adverse physical; mental; emotional;
and behavioral changes; and; contrary to popular belief; it can be
addictive. Ecstasy has been proven to cause brain damage and both
drugs damage the levels of serotonin; dopamine and endorphins in the
brain causing depression in users

"The scariest thing is that most people start using drugs like ecstasy
and marijuana and then get hooked on drugs like crack-cocaine and
heroin; " says Roger; a graduate of the Narconon Drug and Alcohol
Rehabilitation program. Through the Narconon program; which uses
technology developed by American author and humanitarian L. Ron
Hubbard; Roger was able to overcome his addiction two years ago.

Now more than ever; we need to help those struggling with addiction.
If you or someone you know needs help call Narconon today
or visit www.stopaddiction.com

Erica Catton,

Narconon Arrowhead
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