It's an unfortunate fact many adolescents in the United States use alcohol and drugs at an extremely early age, and a great many even develop a dependence or addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. For adolescents in Richmond Heights, Ohio who do end up addicted and dependent to drugs and alcohol, adults will need to take every step possible to get the problem resolved before it is far too late. Otherwise, substance abuse will lead to circumstances which may cause serious consequences in a youngster's life and any red flags that alcohol or drugs are in the picture must be handled right away. There are drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers for adolescents offered around the Richmond Heights, Ohio area, many of which cater just to adolescents and have treatment professionals available trained specifically in dealing with this age range.