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DELAY, DELAY, DELAY
DELAY, DELAY, DELAY
Delaying substance use (drugs, alcohol, nicotine/tobacco) is one of the easiest ways to protect your brain during this important stage of development and also lowers your risk of developing a substance use issue now and later in life.
Of People With
Substance Use Issues
Started Using Before
The Age of 18
Use Before age 15 is often connected to:
Substance use disorders as adults (earlier you start the more likely
a problem will develop)
Involvement in high risk behaviors like, sexually risky behaviors/STDs
Low education / High drop-out
Crime/legal Issues
Young People Are at Risk of Harsh Respiratory Problems After 30 Days of E-Cigarette Use, Study Says (Click on the image above for more information)
Young People Are at Risk of Harsh Respiratory Problems After 30 Days of E-Cigarette Use, Study Says (Click on the image above for more information)
