Here's some Real Truth to Celebrate...more than 1-in-4 young adults have never used alcohol. According to the most recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 25.3% of young people aged 18 to 25 have never had a drink. This positive choice is more common than you may think. Here in Polk County, stats from the 2024 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey report that 90% of the 6th-12th grade students surveyed in Polk DO NOT USE ALCOHOL.
When teens realize that they are among the majority making healthy choices, they may feel empowered to refrain from this and other risky behaviors. We salute today's youth who have learned that there are plenty of ways to have fun, connect, and thrive - without alcohol!
Learn more about the Key Substance Use and Mental Health Indicators in the U.S. and review results from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health by clicking this link from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA):
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