It's an unfortunate fact many adolescents in this country become introduced to alcohol and drugs at a very young age, and a great many even develop a dependence or addiction to drugs and alcohol. For adolescents in Erie that do become addicted to alcohol and drugs, parents have to take every step within their power to have the issue remedied before it is far too late. Otherwise, substance abuse will lead down a path that could cause serious consequences in a teen's future and any red flags that alcohol or drugs have been in the picture need to be handled right away. There are drug rehabilitation programs for adolescents available around the Erie area, many of which cater only to adolescents and have treatment professionals on hand trained specifically in dealing with this age range.