Caffeine-laden energy drinks can pack a powerful punch. The Summer 2008 issue of the National Safety Council's Family Safety & Health magazine looks at teens' use and misuse of these drinks. The article includes information on the health effects of caffeine intake and tips for parents on monitoring their children's energy drink consumption. For a copy of this article, e-mail the Library with your fax number at library@nsc.org.

Also, the Department of Health and Human Services' Center for Substance Abuse Prevention offers a family guide to choosing and consuming energy drinks.