Goal: Reduce underage alcohol use
Indicator: % of Essex County youth in grades 9-12 who drank alcohol in the past 30 days
Current Value
23%
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Rates of underage drinking in Vermont are consistently higher than the U.S. There were too few students to report this measure specifically for LGBTQ and BIPOC students.
Rates of underage drinking in Vermont are consistently higher than the U.S.
“Young people who drink alcohol are more likely to engage in risky behaviors that can lead to injuries and other health conditions. They're also more likely to experience social, academic, and legal issues.”5
Reference:
National Survey on Drug Use and Health https://www.healthvermont.gov/sites/default/files/documents/pdf/NSDUH_VT_Detail_2018_2019.pdf
5) About Underage Drinking | Alcohol Use | CDC
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Strategy
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