Your Childrens Health

The findings of a US government survey have shown that about 3.1 million young people, some as young as 12 years old, have experimented with over-the-counter cold and cough medicines in order to get high.

The survey found that misuse was three times higher amongst whites than blacks; and in the 12-17 age group, abuse was more frequent amongst girls.

Officials said that cough and cold medicines taken in large amounts can have a hallucinogenic effect, bring about out-of-body experiences, as well as other outcomes.

Nearly 82% of the young people surveyed said they had also used marijuana at some point.

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