Substance Use is the use of drugs or alcohol, including nicotine products like cigarettes and vape pens, illegal drugs, and prescription drugs. Roughly 20 million Americans (ages 12 and older) battle a substance use disorder. In fact, 1 in every 25 adolescents ages 12 to 17 suffers from a substance use disorder. This section will discuss the health risks associated with Alcohol, Tobacco, Marijuana, and Opioids.
Source:
American Addiction Centers
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