Wyoming Teen Addiction Hotline
Wyoming Teen Substance Abuse Helpline
Teenage substance abuse is a serious problem in Wyoming. Alcohol, marijuana, prescription pharmaceuticals (such as opioids or stimulants), and other illegal drugs are among the substances that are frequently abused.
In Wyoming, teen alcohol consumption is a problem, with underage drinking and binge drinking being common problems.
Wyoming has also been affected by the opioid epidemic, and efforts have been made to address opioid abuse and reduce opioid-related overdoses among young individuals.
Several factors contribute to the risk of teenage substance abuse in Wyoming. These may include peer pressure, family history of substance abuse, access to drugs, socioeconomic factors, and limited access to mental health resources.
Substance abuse during adolescence can have severe consequences on physical and mental health. It can lead to impaired brain development, academic problems, behavioral issues, and an increased risk of developing addiction later in life.
Wyoming has implemented various prevention and intervention programs to address teenage substance abuse. These efforts focus on education in schools, community outreach, and providing resources and support to at-risk teenagers.
For teenagers struggling with substance abuse, Wyoming offers treatment and support options. These may include counseling, therapy, support groups, and access to substance abuse treatment centers. If you need immediate medical attention, call 911 Now.
Substance Abuse Statistics Wyoming Teenagers
- 4,000 or 8.75% of 12- to 17-year-olds report using drugs in the last month.
- Among them, 75.00% report using marijuana in the last month.
- 13.13% of all 12- to 17-year-olds report using marijuana in the last year.
- Up to 1.09% report using cocaine in the last year (data is limited).
- Up to 1.09% report using methamphetamines.
- Up to 1.09% used heroin.
- 2.19% report misusing pain relievers.
- 8.75% of all 12- to 17-year-olds used alcohol in the last month.
- Wyoming teens are 4.33% less likely to use alcohol than the average American in their age group.
- 18,000 adults aged 18- to 25-years-old used drugs in the last month.
- 18- to 25-year-olds in Wyoming are 13.20% less likely to use drugs than the average American in the same age group.
- 2.19% of all 12- to 17-year-old Wyoming teenagers met the criteria for IDUD in the last year.
- 2.19% of all 12- to 17-year-old WY teenagers met the criteria for AUD in the last year.