It's an unfortunate fact many adolescents in the United States begin using drugs and alcohol at a very young age, and a great many even become addicted and dependent to drugs and/or alcohol. For adolescents in Eastman who do end up addicted and dependent 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, substance abuse will lead down a path that could destroy a teenager's future and any red flags that drugs or alcohol have been in the picture must be handled right away. There are drug and alcohol treatment centers for adolescents offered around the Eastman area, several of which cater simply to adolescents and also have treatment specialists available trained specifically in dealing with this age range.