1. Approximately what percentage of 12th graders reported using marijuana in the previous month, according to the national survey "Monitoring the Future" which was released by the federal National Institute of Drug Abuse?

2. According to researcher Lloyd Johnston, how has teen perception of the dangers of marijuana use changed in recent years?

3. a) Why does Judy Kreamer of Educating Voices say she is not surprised by the recent trend in marijuana among teens?
b) How does Ms. Kreamer think this problem should be solved?

4. How has the rate of cigarette smoking among 8th and 12th graders changed since 1997?

5. Why does Lloyd Johnston think the use of Ecstasy and LSD among teens could rise again after having been in decline recently?

6. Gil Kerlikowske, head of the Office of National Drug Control Policy said "These latest data confirm that we must redouble our efforts to implement a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to preventing and treating drug use. Continued erosion in youth attitudes and behavior toward substance abuse should give pause to all parents and policymakers."
Do you agree with Mr. Johnston, Ms. Kreamer and Mr. Kerlikowske's assertion about how to prevent/treat drug use among teens? Explain your answer.