5 Ways Teens Might Cheat on Drug Tests—and How to Catch Them

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The problem with pot is that it doesn't have the same effect on everyone. It might be fine for some, but not others. I have seen it sap any and all motivation out of people and ruin their lives. I have also seen it used recreationally without these bad effects. Just like prescription drugs, one kind doesn't fit all.

SH of CO 2:20PM April 29, 2010

You guys do know that marijuana is less addictive than coffee and There has never been ONE marijuana overdose... Drinking is worse than smoking...

Tommy of AK 10:58PM April 22, 2010

trying all of these, thanks.

philip moore of PA 4:56PM April 21, 2010

are you an idiot?? do you honestly think your son is using a bowl of water to snort drugs??

sdfajsdlnf of AK 8:53PM April 04, 2010

I purchased the I-CUP drug tests from www.origindiagnostics.com These tests worked great and they have adulteration strips built into them so you can't cheat them. I've found that since we started drug testing at home, our son is deterred away from even experimenting with drugs since he knows we are testing him. Hope this works for all of you!

John Wilson of TX 5:47PM March 23, 2010

Some of the most profound things people seem to ignore about Europe are the values they manage to instill in their children whilst having them surrounded by legal marijuana and low (or even non existent) drinking ages. The assumption that barring young people from things that may harm them, such as alcohol, drugs, or sexual activity is an effective method of teaching responsibility is America's greatest folly. Yes, it is more than certain that these things CAN be harmful, however expecting teenagers to accept that abstinence is the ONLY option is hypocritical and foolish. Everyone wants what they can't have, but if parents were allowed to introduce such things to their children at an early age, and educate them about BOTH the benefits and consequences, something high school Health classes NEVER do, a greater degree of self awareness, self consciousness, and responsibility for one's actions could be instilled into a younger generation of Americans. For all the obligation and duty that comes with such responsibility, a greater amount of freedom and potential arises if one has the proper mature perspective. If parents were to sincerely, honestly talk face to face with their children on equal terms about sex, drugs, and alcohol, not merely repeating the mantra of abstinence and imagined purity; but instead offering their son or daughter a hit on the bowl or a swig form the flask to show them how to deal with the physical and emotional effects of intoxication, a greater understanding between the generations could be forged. Young adults, having a newfound respect for their elders and teachers at school, would apply themselves more to fulfilling the responsibility, debts, and expectations the rest of the world lays on their shoulders.
To any parents who may read this, I am a 16 year old boy from rural western New York. My teachers tell me I am a gifted writer, though I have forgone college prep classes to attend a local trade school for a class in Culinary Arts. I enjoy the freedom and responsibility granted to me by elders, and I believe the thing I always wanted most from my parents at this point in my life is the calm, collected discussion I mentioned earlier. You see, my childhood memories are filled with scenes of a small boy playing at his parents' feet, as they shared between tham a small wooden pipe that made them cough for minutes at a time. Security and comfort are the feelings that greet me whenever I hit a bowl at a party or walk past the back alleys of my hometown late at night. In today's world, abstinence is like showing children a pool, and how fun it is in the water, but never teaching them how to swim and in a way, so many of us- your children, are drowning.
If there's anything you'd like to comment on or discuss with me, you'll find I lack much of the angst my peers exhibit. I'd be much obliged for feedback.

Cory of NY 10:44PM February 13, 2010

Ya this is all a bunch of crap i smoke tons of high grade. And i have no trouble with the world. I smoke all day long most ppl dont even know and i dont care its a plant i have a human right to do what i want not cause some old politions who think its bad make it illegal. Only the good things in life are illrgal y? Why cant we just be left alone smoke are shrubs and love each other theirs a million worse things than pot. y is it always the most important. Have u heard of any one being so stoned they beat their wife? Overdosed? Died? So whats the deal with booze? Why is that legal when everyday ppl die from it in someway.

pot head of ND 4:40AM February 09, 2010

TTTRRRUUUEEEEEEE DATTTT i got tested the day i went to school stoned an dnow look at me lol

a girl of NY 1:06AM February 07, 2010

You're right that pot is essentially no worse than alcohol and someday it probably will be legal to use. Both pot and booz damage your health, kill the vital cells of your brain, and get in the way of people functioning sober. I won't dispute that they can both mellow you out.
Both substances (not to mention most illegal drugs and plenty of prescription drugs too) are often used by careless people before/during driving and in other dangerous situations. From the language and tone of some of the above responses, I would suspect these people might fit in this category. This is one big problem.
Lastly, if you do use drugs with any regularity, there's a much greater likelihood that you'll experience diminished motivation, energy, and personal growth. The chance of becomming ill with any number of unpleasant diseases is multiplied by a substantial number that I don't think is truly known.
Don't think of it as everyone ganging up on you, or your parents controlling you. Drugs are very capable of messing up your life and most of us just don't want to see that happen to anyone.

Dr. Harris Meyer of CA 12:17AM February 01, 2010

The 3 of you are the reason why the world is deteriorating. Poor spelling, misguided facts, and plain idiocy (and an extensive imagination) sum up your comments, respectably.

Scott Misture of NY 6:22PM January 31, 2010