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Do you have a teen
or pre-teen loved one that suffers from drug and/or alcohol abuse?
"Underage drinking presents an enormous public health issue. Alcohol
is the drug of choice among children and adolescents. Annually, about 5,000
youth under age 21 die from motor vehicle crashes, other unintentional injuries,
and homicides and suicides that involve underage drinking."
"In 2006, 1.4 million youth ages 12 to 17 needed treatment for an alcohol
problem. Of this group, only 101,000 of them received any treatment at a
specialty facility."
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SCHOOLS USING BREATHALYZERS TO FIGHT TEEN
DRINKING
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Press Release)
February, 2011
With instances of drunk driving on the rise amongst vulnerable
teens, more and more schools are relying to Breathalyzers to
facilitate the detection of alcohol consumption.
The deployment of Breathalyzers seems to be a last resort for
many schools as to put an end to illegal alcohol consumption
especially that of which is consumed on school premises during
activities sponsored by the school itself.
Many schools reserve the right to administer Breathalyzer tests
when there is sufficient evidence suggesting individual is under
the influence of alcohol. The evidence generally consists of
a list of symptoms an intoxicated individual would display once
under the influence. Speech impairment and slurring, bloodshot
and dilated eyes, unsteady walking, profane personal conduct,
agitated demeanor and erratic behavior are all signs of intoxication.
This test is performed by a trained school administer, and for
confidentiality purposes, it is performed individually and away
from the presence of other teens. Once the teen is suspected
of being under the influence, he/she will be asked to perform
a Breathalyzer test in which the individual has a right to refuse.
Upon refusal, he/she will automatically be denied entry to school
event, and parents are immediately notified.
Many schools have strict policies concerning the results of
Breathalyzer tests, most of which conclude removal of student
from extracurricular activities and suspension, all of which
have undeniably detrimental consequences for the individual.
The use of Breathalyzer doesn’t seem to “sit well”
with young, naïve teens who believe they are capable of
handling alcohol like adults. Across the nation, teens are indoctrinated
and often the target of mass media that for many years now has
been very successful in encouraging alcohol consumption by promoting
it via movies, video games and other forms of entertainment
that generally appeals to young adults. In many cases, alcohol
is portrayed as the only way to forget about ones everyday problems,
a sign of “maturity”, an instant mood booster and
a way take advantage of the opposite sex. Many teens succumb
to the peer pressure surrounding alcohol, sabotaging their lives
as well as the lives of their loved ones.
The adoption of Breathalyzers is in no way intended to humiliate,
discriminate and demean the already sensitive adolescent, but
to demonstrate needed authority that for years seemed to be
“toned down” and often ineffective.
The message is clear. Illegal consumption of alcohol by minors
is prevalent during many school function, dances, proms and
other school sponsored social events and therefore each and
every individual will be subjected to a Breathalyzer test in
which they will either pass or fail. No exceptions will be made
and harsh consequences await advantageous teens.
In summary, “underage drinking” or alcohol use is
a common occurrence in the lives of most young adults under
the age of 21. Breathalyzers will help school authorities keep
alcohol use in school grounds in check, and help prevent accidents,
as about 45 percent of fatalities in crashes involve young adults
under the age of 21 who is driving under the influence.
Parents should be wary as early use of alcohol can turn into
abuse and addiction. If your teen is struggling with alcohol
abuse?
For more information on drug abuse and drug addiction treatment programs
contact us:
Teen Drug Rehab/ Teen Addiction Treatment Programs: 1-888-757-6237
Young Adults and Adults Rehab / Addiction Treatment Programs:
1-888-387-6237
http://www.covecenterforrecovery.com
or e-mail
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