Teen Discussion on Drug Abuse and Addiction With Dr. Volkow NIDA

Published January 18, 2013

Teen discussion on drug abuse and addiction with Dr. Volkow NIDA – Dr. Volkow has an open discussion with Harlem High School students on drug abuse and addiction. This video can also be viewed at: teens.drugabuse.gov Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: www.newmedia.hhs.gov

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