February 5, 2015
SchoolsYouth and Teen
Coast students are smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol and using marijuana more than the provincial average and their mental health is a concern, according to the recent McCreary Centre Society report. The report breaks down the provincial results of the society’s 2013 BC Adolescent Health Survey, which was taken by nearly 30,000 youth in grades 7 to 12.
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If a mental health or substance use challenge is affecting you or someone you know, there are several resources available to learn more or get connected with help. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial 911 in case of emergency.
