It's an unfortunate fact many adolescents in this country 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 Downey, California that do end up addicted to drugs, parents need to take every action possible to have the problem handled before it is too late. Otherwise, substance abuse will lead to circumstances that could cause serious consequences in a youngster's future and any indications that alcohol or drugs have been in the picture must be addressed immediately. There are alcohol and drug rehab facilities for adolescents offered around the Downey area, several of which cater simply to adolescents and have treatment professionals available trained specifically in dealing with this age range.