WASHINGTON — A new survey of teen drug use shows that, while alcohol use continues its long-term decline, marijuana use has surprisingly spiked, suggesting a changing attitude among teens about the dangers of its regular use. The survey, officials said, can act as a road map for prevention efforts.

Pamela S Hyde, JD
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrator, United States Department of Health and Human Services 
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