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Maine
Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse Facts
Teen
Alcohol Use and Abuse Resource Guide for Parents in Maine
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Press Release) September 17, 2010 – What is been a continuous
problem with teens? That’s right. No matter what year
it is or what the government sets as the age standards, underage
drinking has always been a widespread concern with our youth.
However for cities such as South Berwick and York, in
Maine, things are about to change. Thanks to the increase
funding things are about to change in Maine for teens who defiantly
break the law with underage drinking.
The department of Health and Human Services, a part of the Maine
Office of Substance Abuse was responsible for the extra
funding grant. They recently provided fifteen law enforcement
agencies with grants that will run for two years, until September
30, 2012. The grants were between $5,000-$10,000 dollars and
were specifically to help enforce the underage drinking laws.
These grants allow for extra patrol on the roads and special
assignments on target nights like DUI check points on Halloween
for example. The chief of police said that the end of the school
year events like homecoming, sport events, and Friday nights
are when the department will increase the surveillance on juveniles.
Some of the funds will also be used to supplement their awareness
programs for the local community. Research shows that alcohol
kills more children than all the illegal drugs combined.
This is a community problem and they hope to also prosecute
those who are providing minors with alcohol.
If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol
abuse or addiction and is in need of help, Inspirations
Teen Drug Rehab offers a flexible and affordable
teen alcohol addiction treatment program. Our aim is
to treat the whole person, and not just an isolated symptom.
During the treatment process we will work with the teen to identify
the factors that may have contributed to you drug abuse - home,
friends and medical history. We also believe that families have
a vital role to play in the recovery process, and each alcohol
addiction treatment program has a place for family
participation, to educate them in the treatment process and
to equip them for their role as supporters.
Reach out to us. Recovery from addiction is just a click or a phone
call away. If the information you are looking for is not found here and you
need immediate attention you may contact us:
Teen Addiction Help: 1-888-757-6237
Addiction Treatment for Young Adults and Adults : 1-888-387-6237
http://www.covecenterforrecovery.com
or e-mail
us.

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