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61% Surge in Eighth Grade Substance Use Alarms Experts
2/21/2025
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Story summary
- A startling 61% surge in substance use among eighth graders from 2016 to 2020 has been uncovered, driven by factors like brain development, gender differences, and traumatic childhood experiences. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for personalized prevention strategies to combat the escalating risks facing our youth.
