May 19, 2021 “In 2019, before the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of alcohol- and drug-induced deaths in Wisconsin increased at twice the rate of the national average.” https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/2021/05/19/wisconsin-saw-rise-substance-abuse-related-deaths-before-covid-19/5092223001/
Adolescent marijuana, alcohol use held steady during COVID-19 pandemic
June 24, 2021 “Adolescent marijuana use and binge drinking did not significantly change during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite record decreases in the substances’ perceived availability, according to a survey of 12th graders in the United States. “ https://www.drugabuse.gov/news-events/news-releases/2021/06/adolescent-marijuana-alcohol-use-held-steady-during-covid-19-pandemic
Youth E-cigarette Use Remains Serious Public Health Concern Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
For Immediate Release: September 30, 2021 Almost 85 Percent of the More Than 2 Million U.S. Middle and High School Students Who Used E-Cigarettes Used Flavored E-Cigarettes in 2021 https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/youth-e-cigarette-use-remains-serious-public-health-concern-amid-covid-19-pandemic