1. Maintain communication – Sometimes prescriptions can be spread across several doctors, clinics, and pharmacies. As a parent, it is important to encourage communication between these facilities and stay in communication with them yourself. Being aware of prescription refills between facilities can help identify a possible drug abuse situation or problem with addiction. 

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One of the largest drug dealing cartels in the United States operates right under our noses, and it even goes unnoticed by the drug dealers themselves. Parents with prescription drugs in the home that refuse to monitor the drugs are allowing their teenagers to sell and abuse these drugs. High schools and colleges across the nation are experiencing prescription drug abuse on an ever-increasing level. 

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1. Reliance – Behavioral drugs are generally used for younger patients and do not usually carry with them a dependence. However, if the drug is used in more mature years, it has been known to bring about mental reliance. This is important to consult with your doctor in terms of if or when to wean off the drug. 

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When a prescription drug is not prescribed to you, it will most likely be harmful. Partaking of these drugs, despite their seemingly positive or euphoric effects, can cause severe issues in the near to late future. Stimulant drugs have become an issue lately due to their immediate effects of providing focus for college students during crunch time. Here is a short list of those related drugs and the dangerous side effects associated with them. 

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A new drug problem has arisen in college and high school environments that is not about debilitating the mind, but enhancing it. Certain behavioral drugs prescribed can help the mind focus in academic environments. These drugs are prescribed by doctors, usually after counseling that has determined the need for the drug for that particular student. While it can be a benefit, if abused, it can cause physical and mental issues. These drugs have recently been circulating illegally to students without disorders so that they can take tests and finish homework more efficiently. 

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Opioid addiction is on the rise all around the world. There are several options available fro treating prescription opioid drug addiction adequately. These options are gathered from research in the treatment of heroin patients. These treatments include medications such as naltrexone, methadone, and buprenorphine, as well as behavioural counselling approaches. 

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Pharmacists play a key role in preventing Rx drug misuse and abuse by providing clear info and advice about how to take a medication properly. They also need to provide information on the effects this medication may have and about any possible drug interactions. Pharmacists can help prescription Freud by looking for false or altered prescription forms. Many pharmacies have developed 'hotlines' to alert other pharmacies in the region when a fraud is detected. 

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About 70% of Americans, approximately 191 million people, visit a health care provider at least once every two years. Therefore, health care providers are in an exclusive position to prescribe medications to their patients in need, as well as recognize and prevent a prescription drug addiction when it exists. They are also responsible for setting goals for recovery and seeking the appropriate treatment when need be. What can also be incorporated into a routine history in taking any past or current drug abuse issues. This screening can be done by asking questions about what prescriptions and OTC medications the patient is taking and what for. Screening can also be done if the patient a question presents symptoms associated with drug abuse. 

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