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Bridging the Gap in Youth Substance Support | Odessa News
Forty-seven million Americans struggle with substance abuse, but only 7% get the specialized help they need—forcing community leaders to act. A recent summit spotlighted youth as key targets, since peer pressure is a major driver. Surprisingly, drug tests sometimes spark more meaningful conversations than the results themselves. While vaping surges among teens—with over 825K middle and high schoolers starting in 2022—teen vaping rates have dropped from 27% to 10% since 2019, proving progress is possible when we prioritize open, trusting communication. The takeaway? Stay connected, stay…
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