Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Resources for Ages 13-25
New users of alcohol start between ages 18 and 25. Most substance use disorders (SUD) begin before age 25. Studies show that for adolescents (ages 12-17) and young adults (ages 18-25), frequent marijuana use is associated with opioid misuse, heavy alcohol use, and depression. For many reasons, families can pass SUD down through generations.
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is working to end this cycle. To promote prevention, best practices and cross-system collaboration throughout Oregon’s SUD treatment system, OHA works with a variety of partners, programs and systems. Learn more by reading OHA's fact sheet about Oregon's youth SUD treatment system.
Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) offers residential and community treatment options for youth in their care. OYA has five facilities that are certified substance use treatment sites.
These schools are for high school-age youth who would benefit from a safe, sober and
supportive school environment. To learn more, please contact the school: