Why Teens Are More Susceptible to Drug Addiction
Teen drug addiction is not just the result of teens having no self-respect, suffering from peer pressure, bad parenting or coming from a poor family.
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Teen drug addiction is not just the result of teens having no self-respect, suffering from peer pressure, bad parenting or coming from a poor family.
Substance use disorders among teens are not uncommon. Teens are experimenting and developing substance use disorders from cocaine to heroin and even prescription drugs. Many teens experimented with drugs by the twelfth grade. Many of us wonder, “why do teens turn to drugs?” Many experience traumas and challenges without professional support to help them manage…
Did you know that almost 75% of drug overdoses in 2020 were associated with opioids? It’s true, according to the Center for Disease Control. It’s no secret that teens are drawn to the calming, euphoric feeling associated with opioids. Whether teens misuse prescription pain relievers such as Vicodin or abuse illegal substances such as heroin,…
Opioids—drugs that are natural or synthetic—are popular amongst teens. Whether they are using prescription drugs such as OxyContin or illegal substances such as heroin, opioids offer the ability to feel pleasure when a teen is confronted with stress. According to the National Center For Drug Abuse Statistics, 2.3% of adolescents between 12 and 17 have…
Marijuana use is quite controversial. While some people believe that the mind-altering drug is not addictive, others argue that it is indeed. But one thing is certain—teen marijuana use is something to watch. Survey results show that marijuana is more likely to be used by 82% of high school seniors than cigarettes. More results show…
Did you know that marijuana is the second most popular drug in the United States? According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), marijuana use disorder is one of the most prominent mind-altering drugs. And for teens, the statistics are even more startling. SAMHSA reports that 3.1 million teens between 12 and 17 used…
Heroin use disorder may be less prevalent amongst teens than in previous years, but its use can lead to lifelong struggles and, in some cases, death. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), less than one percent of teens have reported using heroin. Nonetheless, heroin use is rising—especially for people aged…
Heroin is a highly potent mind-altering drug. Teens who choose to use heroin may like it for the euphoric feeling associated with it. However, the dangers of heroin are quite significant. Even for teens experimenting, death can be an outcome. And for long-term users, heroin can present even more risky outcomes. A Southern California heroin…
It is a well-known fact that teen heroin use needs to be monitored. According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, people aged 18 to 25 are using heroin at an alarming rate. While there is currently a decline in teen use, the noted increase in users between 18 to 25 shows that people need…
Opiates are considered natural opioids that come from opium poppies. The most popular opiates are morphine and codeine, which doctors prescribe for severe pain. However, a growing number of teens recreationally use opiates to get high and, as a result, develop substance use disorders. According to the CDC, more than 565,000 people have experienced an…
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Destinations For Teens staff are actively getting vaccinated through the county and the hope is to have the majority of our staff vaccinated by the end of January, 2021. Destinations For Teens is likewise committed to educating staff to the benefits of vaccinating and to providing access to the vaccine to all employees. By minimizing the risk of transmission, Destinations For Teens is working hard to protect its clients, families and employees from contracting the COVID-19 virus.
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