The peak risk for misusing prescription pain relievers occurs in
mid-adolescence, specifically about 16 years old and earlier
than many experts thought, according to a new study. The
results, based on recent nationwide surveys of nearly 120,000 US
adolescents, suggest prevention programs may need to be
introduced earlier, in childhood and early adolescence. - Study
suggests mid-adolescence is peak risk for extramedical use of
pain relievers by young peopleMon, 7 May 2012, 17:33:59 EDT -
Drexel study: Misuse of pain medication is pathway to high-risk
behaviorsFri, 22 Jul 2011, 22:33:34 EDT - Prescriptions for
teens and young adults on the riseMon, 29 Nov 2010, 11:03:08 EST
- Teenagers programmed to take risksWed, 24 Mar 2010, 20:40:42
EDT - How multiple childhood maltreatments lead to greater
adolescent binge drinkingTue, 3 Mar 2009, 15:15:34 EST