Missouri Teen Addiction Hotline
Missouri Teen Substance Abuse Helpline
Like many states, Missouri has experienced issues with teenage substance abuse. Common substances abused by teenagers include alcohol, marijuana, prescription drugs (such as opioids), methamphetamine, and other illicit drugs.
Teenagers may engage in substance abuse due to various risk factors, including peer pressure, family history of substance abuse, trauma, stress, mental health issues, lack of parental supervision, and easy access to drugs or alcohol.
Teenage substance abuse can lead to a range of negative consequences, including impaired academic performance, increased risk of accidents and injuries, legal problems, mental health issues, and a higher likelihood of developing addiction in adulthood.
Missouri has implemented prevention and intervention efforts to address teenage substance abuse. These initiatives often focus on raising awareness about the risks associated with substance abuse, promoting positive coping skills, and providing support to teenagers and their families.
There are treatment options available across Missouri to help teenagers struggling with substance abuse. These may include counseling, therapy, support groups, outpatient programs, and residential treatment centers.
Missouri offers helplines and resources for individuals seeking help with substance abuse issues. The Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) and organizations like the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provide information and assistance for those in need. If you need immediate medical attention, call 911 Now.
Substance Abuse Statistics Missouri Teenagers
Missouri Teenagers in Missouri are 10.39% less likely to have used drugs in the last month than the average American teen as reported by the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS)
- 35,000 or 7.46% of 12- to 17-year-olds report using drugs in the last month.
- Among them, 77.14% report using marijuana in the last month.
- 11.30% of all 12- to 17-year-olds report using marijuana in the last year.
- 0.43% reported using cocaine in the last year.
- 0.21% report using methamphetamines.
- Up to 0.11% used heroin (data is limited).
- 2.77% report misusing pain relievers.
- 9.17% of all 12- to 17-year-olds in Missouri used alcohol in the last month.
- They’re 0.23% more likely to use alcohol than the average American in their age group.
- 204,000 adults aged 18- to 25-years-old used drugs in the last month.
- 18- to 25-year-olds in Missouri are 8.16% less likely to use drugs than the average American in the same age group.
- 3.20% of Missouri teenagers aged 12- to 17-years-old met the criteria for IDUD in the last year.
- 1.71% of Missouri teenagers aged 12- to 17-years-old met the criteria for AUD in the last year.
Missouri National Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse Hotline
The Missouri Teenager Addiction Hotline is a nationwide resource for teens struggling with substance abuse. Call (888) 351-0084 to speak with a professional substance abuse specialist. The Missouri Teen Addiction Hotline trained counselors are available 24/7, ready to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to talk about your concerns.
24/7 Free Confidential Hotline
Remember, your call is confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable. We respect your privacy and are here to support you in a way that best suits your needs.
Missouri Teenager Addiction Resources
Missouri Department of Mental Health Children’s Team
The Missouri Department of Mental Health supports children, adolescents and their families and caregivers by providing prevention services and best practice treatment/habilitation. The Missouri Division of Behavioral Health manages programs and services for people who need help for a mental illness or alcohol or drug problem. Services available are prevention, education, evaluation, intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
The Missouri Division of Behavioral Health (DBH)
The Missouri Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) manages programs and services for individuals who need help with their mental illnesses and/or substance use. Services available are prevention, education, evaluation, intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation. Here individuals and families seeking services can find the help they need. Most prevention and treatment services are provided by programs in the community through organizations which are contracted by the DBH to do so. These programs must meet federal and state requirements in order to provide mental illness and substance use treatment services. Please note that not all organizations providing these services in the community are contracted with the DBH.
Safe and Sober Missouri
Safe and Sober is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Springfield, Missouri. Through engaging educational content, we encourage dialogue and preventative action between youth, educators, and parents. Safe and Sober topics include underage drinking, impaired driving, illegal substances, prescription drug misuse, vaping, and more. We also address the root causes of unsafe choices, such as stress, depression, and anxiety.
ACT Missouri
ACT Missouri is a private not-for-profit corporation established in 1991 to promote drug and alcohol awareness throughout Missouri. We work with great community groups across the state to spread the message about making healthy choices. We also partner with national organizations like SADD and The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids.