Facts
- Over 60% of high school seniors report having been drunk and 31% report having had five or more drinks in a row containing alcohol in the last two weeks.
- Over 50% of children in grades 5 through 12 reported that advertising encourages them to drink alcohol.
- More than a third of marijuana treatment admissions in the U.S. refrain from using the drug in the month prior to admission.
- Research indicates that when compared with individuals not involved in drug abuse and addiction, substance-abusing employees are more likely to change jobs more often, be tardy or absent from work, be less productive, be involved in more accidents, file workers' compensation claims
Grant, Oklahoma - AdolescentsAs a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation program is often an overwhelming task. 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 treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment centers have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to drug addiction treatment. Substance abuse professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your loved one and guide them through their recovery process.