Peter's parents caught him drinking alcohol with a couple of his friends and now they're worried. They think his alcohol use might turn into a long-term problem. Which of the following best illustrates the nature of adolescent drug use?

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Many adolescents experiment with drugs and alcohol during their high school years, but most do not develop long-term problems. It is important to address the issue and provide education and guidance to prevent further abuse, but it is not a guarantee that it will lead to addiction later in life. Option B is incorrect as not all adolescents who experiment with drugs or alcohol will develop a long-term problem. Option C is incorrect as the use of drugs or alcohol by adolescents cannot be attributed solely to parenting. Option D is incorrect as option A is true.

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