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07/24/09
Be Aware of Technological Advancements

With the advent of new technology come many challenges and many opportunities for trouble. Smartphones that are able to connect to the Internet, send text messages and receive e-mails have proven very beneficial to the business world. What happens when these phones are enabled with applications that are, let's say ethically questionable?

The Apple iPhone, a popular device that many people are using, has an application that you can add to your phone that enables you to download the pinpoint location where you can purchase marijuana. The application is called "Cannabis."

Mainly for use in the state of California, the application is for the purchase of prescribed marijuana. The iPhone app will direct you to a doctor who can write legal "prescriptions" and where those "prescriptions" can be filled. California has more than 800 dispensaries of marijuana in Los Angeles alone. The iPhone application, which was recently accepted by Apple, costs $2.99 to download from their online store. 

These trends are important for parents, community leaders and prevention specialist to know about as they are spreading in their popularity. Parents should closely monitor what applications are being put onto their child's phone and computers while discussing their expectations that their child remains alcohol, tobacco and other drug free.


This article originated from the Drug-Free Action Alliance newsletter, which can be accessed at:
http://www.drugfreeactionalliance.org/pwhstory4.php

 

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