Facts about Drugs 10-27-21

Data shows that every year kids are starting to use drugs and alcohol at younger ages. Middle school drug use is a more pressing matter for this generation than ever before.

1. Drug use among 8th graders increased 60% between 2016 and 2020.
2. By 12th grade, 62% of teens have abused alcohol.
3. 50% of teens have misused a drug at least once.
4. 9 out of 10 addictions start in the teen years.

Parents, please make sure that you talk to your children about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Talking to your children directly and honestly results in children respecting your rules and advice about alcohol and drug use.

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