U.S. teens who use drugs and alcohol often cite stress and anxiety as the primary reason. And half of those who misuse prescription drugs say they do so alone.
U.S. teens who use drugs and alcohol often cite stress and anxiety as the primary reason. The CDC studied teenage alcohol, marijuana and drug use. Teens often misuse prescription drugs alone.
"Adolescents are naturally curious, and many are intrigued to find out what consuming alcohol feels like - they also see so many adults in their lives celebrating and endorsing it that they often form positive associations with alcohol."