The 1997 report, "Keeping Score: Stop Drug Abuse," analyzes the impact of federal drug control spending on the nation's drug problems, with this edition focusing on young people. The report highlights the increasing prevalence of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use among adolescents and emphasizes the urgent need for greater investment in prevention and treatment efforts. The report also underscores the critical role of families, schools, and communities in making prevention a reality for children, and features promising, innovative programs.
