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Quick Fact on Drugs, Alcohol and Youth...

  • Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant affecting judgment, motor skills, coordination memory and involuntary body functions.
  • 41% of alcohol-related fatalities in DC, Maryland and Virginia involved 15  - 20 year olds
  • First use of alcohol typically begins around age 12
  • Marijuana use is increasing at the fastest rate of any illegal substance
  • Most minors get alcohol from someone they know