Facts
- Underage drinking is a factor in nearly half of all teen automobile crashes, the leading cause of death among teenagers.
- Over 1/3 of female victims of nonfatal domestic violence report that their assailant had been drinking or using drugs.
- Many young people who abuse inhalants to achieve a quick intoxication are unaware that using inhalants, even once, can cause serious health consequences.
- When cocaine is smoked the high may last only five to 10 minutes, causing the user to want more cocaine more often to try to maintain that high.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
As a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment facility can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend a traditional drug rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment programs have been developed to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to substance abuse recovery. Treatment professionals who are trained in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.
- South County Youth Services
19.5 miles from Bel Alton, Maryland
South County Youth Services is located at:
8350 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA. 22310
If you would like to contact South County Youth Services, you can reach them at 703-704-6707.
South County Youth Services offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)