Should Parents Drug Test Their Kids?

By Jane Velez-Mitchell 12/07/12

Fix video columnist Jane Velez-Mitchell says home drug testing kits should only be used with kids who have a drug history.

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Reader's Question: Home drug testing kits are now available in stores for parents to use with their kids. Do you think this is helpful?

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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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