It's an undeniable fact that many adolescents in the USA use 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 Independence that do end up addicted and dependent to drugs, parents must take every action within their power to have the issue remedied before it is far too late. Otherwise, substance abuse will lead to circumstances which could destroy an adolescent's future and any red flags that drugs or alcohol are in the picture need to be handled right away. There are drug and alcohol treatment centers for adolescents available around the Independence area, several of which cater only to adolescents and also have rehabilitation professionals readily available trained specifically in dealing with this age group.