ArgumentativeTeen drug abuse is a growing problem within the Hazleton community. Many great attempts were made to stop this problem before it became an epidemic, but they were either briefly successful or failed. Through extensive research on the topic, two solutions have been devised that have not yet been proven. These solutions were created to succeed where others have failed and are simple enough to take immediate action. Breaking down and seeing the flaws of other attempts. These methods will outperform them because they incorporate the best aspects of previous evidence. Money will be needed, but in the long run these means will be justified by the final result. It's all about raising money for the sake of the future of the community and of course for teenagers who are at risk of or currently suffering from drug addiction. It is extremely important to establish a recreational center in the fight against drug abuse by adolescents. . However, this will be very different from the others that currently exist. Entry to the facility would be free and all utilities would be paid by the community. This center would have multiple indoor activities for its participants. For added safety, a survey could be distributed at school to obtain input from adolescents on the indoor activities they would participate in at the center. It would contain a large swimming pool where lessons could be given to teenagers who didn't have the chance to learn earlier in their lives. Basketball courts are a must when it comes to teen activities, teams could play here and it would be open to all other kids too. A game room with updated games should be included in the building. This center will not only b...... middle of paper …….d. Network. May 10, 2014. "Preventing drug abuse starts with parents." HealthyChildren.org. Np, nd Web. May 9, 2014. “Drug Facts: High School and Youth Trends.” National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). Np, nd Web. May 10, 2014. “Overview.” NCADD. Np, nd Web. May 9, 2014. “Prescription Drug Abuse Addiction Among Adolescents and the Solution.” Prescription Drug Abuse Addiction for Teens and the Solution. Np, nd Web. May 7, 2014. .MLA formatting by BibMe.org.