Indiana Teen Substance Use Hits Decade Low, IU Survey Reports
Teen substance use across Indiana has declined to its lowest levels in a decade, according to a new survey from the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington.
Indianapolis, IN, September 25, 2026 —
Substance use among teenagers in Indiana has reached its lowest point in the last ten years, as indicated by new findings from a survey conducted by the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington. The report highlights a significant downward trend in the prevalence of substance use within the state’s youth population.
The survey, which monitors trends in adolescent behavior, specifically focused on various forms of substance use. While the summary states the overall decline, specific details regarding the types of substances measured or the exact percentage decrease were not provided.
The IU School of Public Health-Bloomington is the source of this data. Further specifics on the survey’s methodology, the precise age range of the teenagers surveyed, or the timeline for when these
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