THE PROBLEM
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention research shows that alcohol remains the most commonly used and abused drug among youth and is responsible for more than 4,300 deaths annually among underage youth.
Data from the Illinois Youth Survey for DuPage County shows underage drinking is also a local issue. 21% of 10th graders and 39% of 12th graders reported drinking alcohol in last 30 days.
Data from the Illinois Youth Survey for DuPage County shows that among self reported youth alcohol users, 38% of 10th graders and 43% of 12th graders report accessing alcohol from their parents with parents permission.