Janine Pacelli, a treatment specialist for the Fayette County Drug and Alcohol Commission, has implemented a five-evening program called Underage Curriculum for Adolescent Needs. Participants can volunteer for the program, or be assigned to it by a judge, school official, physician or parent.

"During the five evenings, Pacelli describes the effects that drugs and alcohol have on the body, relates the family issues that can arise from substance abuse and explores the link between substance abuse and sexual activity."

There is also a family session, during which one relative attends and participates in the discussion. Pacelli's goal is to enlighten young people as to the effects of substance abuse, and make them aware of potential risk factors. Read more from PittsburghLive.com.

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