The document discusses teenage drug and alcohol abuse, noting that experimentation is common during adolescence but teens often do not consider future consequences. It outlines short and long term effects of abusing various substances like prescription drugs, and provides tips for getting treatment and staying sober, emphasizing the importance of seeking professional help and social support. The closing paragraph indicates that drug and alcohol pressures peak during the teen years, with over a quarter of teens misusing substances each month according to recent statistics.