It's an unfortunate fact many adolescents in this country use drugs and alcohol at a young age, and some even develop a dependence or addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. For adolescents in Columbia that do end up addicted to alcohol and drugs, adults will need to take every step within their power to get the problem resolved before it's too late. Or else, addiction will lead down a path which could destroy an adolescent's future and any indicators that drugs or alcohol are in the picture need to be handled right away. There are alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers for adolescents offered around the Columbia area, several of which cater just to adolescents and have treatment professionals readily available trained specifically in handling this age range.