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How Can We Educate Against Addiction?

By Jane Velez-Mitchell 10/26/12

Fix video columnist Jane Velez-Mitchell argues that addiction ed in schools should focus more on alcoholism.

Reader's question: Have you heard of any outstanding ways of educating young people about the dangers of addiction?

[Jane is now exclusively answering your questions about addiction, recovery and the like. Send your questions to [email protected].]

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Jane Velez-Mitchell

Jane Velez-Mitchell is a television and social media journalist and author. She is the founder of JaneUnChained, a digital news network for animal rights and the vegan lifestyle. You can find Jane on Linkedin or follow her on Twitter.

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