Do I have to wear a helmet when I ride a motorcycle?
Would you skydive for the first time without receiving landing instructions? How about suiting up without pads for Friday night′s
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Is it against the law to sniff glue or paint?
When fourteen-year-old Randy tried to get high with his friends, he made the headlines: “Teen Dies After Sniffing ScotchGuard.” He
What are the possession of marijuana laws for minors?
Can you be arrested for being high? Legislatures have passed laws against the use, sale, and possession of marijuana. Because
When can I have a beer?
You must be twenty-one in most states to buy or drink beer, wine, or any alcoholic beverage. If you break
How old do I have to be to smoke?
Tobacco—whether in the form of cigarettes, snuff or smokeless (chewing) tobacco—is a subject of great concern to adults and teens. Several
When can I get a tattoo?
You′ve probably had many conversations (or battles) with your parents about your choice of hairstyle and color, earrings, and style
What if I′m depressed or thinking about suicide?
Everyone, regardless of age or circumstances, occasionally gets depressed or stressed out. Sadness, loneliness, or feelings of alienation from family
Do I lose any rights if I′m pregnant?
Not long ago, the answer to this question was a definite “yes.” In the 1970s, you could have been asked
What is date rape, and what can I do to protect myself?
“Was it rape?” “I told him no, but he wouldn′t stop!” “I had a few drinks and let my guard
Can you get an abortion without telling your parents?
In 1973, Justice Harry Blackmun wrote the majority opinion for the U.S. Supreme Court in Roe v. Wade,* a landmark decision in