The effects of substance abuse by children and teens are not limited to clinical and behavioral impacts. In 2010, the Healthy Kentuckians reported that substance abuse accounts for $4.1 billion yearly. Accidents and other unfortunate incidents caused by substance abuse such as crime, health care expenses and law enforcement are included in this figure. Moreover, almost 70 percent of individuals admitted to rehabilitation and treatment centers are males; nearly 30 percent are 12 to 25 years old. The following are some resources that may prove useful for families coping with a troubled ...