A new government report shows an increase in the use of most illicit drugs. "Young people are being exposed to "mixed messages" about marijuana including the idea that it is a medicine," says National Drug Control Policy Director Gil Kerlikowske. The annual National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows the rate of illicit drug use rose from eight percent in 2008 to 8.7 percent in 2009, including greater use of marijuana., ecstasy and meth, but a decrease in cocaine use.We discuss whether people are using more drugs, or just being more candid in reporting their use.
Report shows illicit drug use increasing
Posted on October 28, 2010
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