Can deodorant or nail polish remover kill you? The question, on its face, might sound absurd — but that’s exactly why teens may unknowingly find themselves at risk, should they attempt what’s been coined “the chroming challenge.” This viral trend first gained popularity on TikTok in 2023, as part of a larger uptick in teens experimenting with substances post-lockdown. Since then, there have been multiple highly publicized, accidental deaths associated

Teens who experiment with illegal drugs or use prescription drugs recreationally can develop a substance use disorder, or what most people call an addiction. Teens can become addicted to heroin, opioid pain relievers, benzodiazepines, marijuana, hallucinogens, and many other drugs. When addiction escalates, teens can become resourceful, creative – and irresponsible – in their quest to get high. They can empty their savings account to purchase street drugs. They may