It is essential to educate the population about adolescent substance use, which is the largest public health problem in America today. Public health measures must be put in place to identify and treat at-risk teens. Key Takeaways American culture, specifically the media’s glamorization of smoking, drinking and other[…]

Overview Underage drinking is a serious public health problem in the United States. Alcohol is the most widely usedsubstance of abuse among America’s youth, and drinking by young people poses enormous health and safety risks. Reducing underage drinking will require community-based efforts to monitor the activities of youth[…]