Salon: Massive study of adolescent brains puts “gateway drug” theory into question
Those who grew up when Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) pamphlets were common in the school counselor's office are probably familiar with the “gateway drug” theory, which suggests the use of ...
A vast majority of American adults say they have consumed alcohol at some point — yet experts warn that alcoholic beverages could be a "gateway drug" to more harmful substances. More than 84% of ...
Medical News Today: What to know about weed as a gateway drug
The theory of weed as a gateway drug remains controversial. However, not all research supports this theory. Even studies suggesting people who use cannabis are more likely to use other drugs often ...
High Times: Japanese Study Busts the ‘Gateway Drug’ Myth, With Gov’t Support
Yahoo: Massive study of adolescent brains puts “gateway drug" theory into question
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