It's an unfortunate fact many adolescents in the United States use drugs and alcohol at an extremely early age, and some even develop a dependence or addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. For adolescents in Hartford who end up addicted and dependent to drugs and alcohol, adults have to take every step possible to get the issue resolved before it is too late. Otherwise, substance abuse will lead to circumstances which may destroy an adolescent's life and any indications that alcohol or drugs are in the picture need to be addressed immediately. There are alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs for adolescents available around the Hartford area, many of which cater simply to adolescents and also have rehabilitation specialists available trained specifically in helping this age group.