Adolescent substance use declines as mental health symptoms rise
According to new data released from Monitoring the Future Survey, 2021 observed the largest 1-year decrease in overall illicit substance use reported among adolescents since 1975!
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Impacts of COVID-19 on Substance Use, Opioid Overdose, and Treatment
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated challenges for millions of adults with substance use disorders. New obstacles for obtaining treatment exist as do increasing stressors, including isolation, unemployment, and illness.
Parental marijuana use associated with increased risk of substance use among adolescent and young adult offspring.
With legalization gaining traction around the country, more and more [...]
