### Warning on Youth Alcohol Abuse; Cases Start as Early as Age 12
In Tijuana, an alarming trend continues to garner attention: alcohol abuse among young people starts, on average, at age 15. Even more concerning, there are cases where this behavior begins at just 12 years old. According to Luz Vianey Robles Hernández, the director of the Municipal Institute Against Addictions (IMCAD), 80% of the youth treated by the institute are struggling with alcohol consumption.
Robles Hernández pointed out that alcoholism serves as a gateway drug, leading adolescents to more dangerous, illegal substances like marijuana, cocaine, and crystal meth. She emphasized the progressive journey from alcohol to severe substance abuse.
“In our adolescents, alcohol is typically the first step leading to the consumption of other, more dangerous substances. This progression happens in stages, starting with legal substances and potentially ending in severe addiction,” she stated.
The social environment, family dynamics, and the desire to belong to a specific group significantly influence young people. Often, alcohol consumption is normalized within families, further exacerbating the issue.
Francisco Ramírez, a coordinator for Alcoholics Anonymous in Tijuana, noted that many young individuals who initially seek help often leave the program quickly. Unfortunately, many return years later, living on the streets or suffering severe physical and psychological damage.
“If addressed early, it is possible to curb this trend. But once someone crosses over from social drinking to true alcoholism, it becomes much more challenging to reverse,” Ramírez explained.
Ramírez urges parents to be vigilant and close to their children to detect any negative behavioral patterns resulting from alcohol abuse.
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### Secondary Article: Rise in High-Impact Crimes Among Youth
In recent studies, there has been a notable increase in high-impact crimes committed by young people. The Secretariat of Public Security and Civil Protection of Mexico (SSCPM) alerts parents and society to the urgent need to address this worrying trend.
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### Alert on Adulterated Mezcal Sales
Officials have raised alarms about the sale of tainted mezcal that smells like antibacterial gel. Consumers are cautioned against these dangerous products that have surfaced in the marketplace.
### Protest Over Teacher Shortages in Primary Schools
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### New Border Crossing Inspections Cause Delays
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### Slow Progress in Congress
Legislative commissions in the Chamber of Deputies have not yet been established. Representative Vásquez Hernández mentioned that the possible annulment of recent reforms is due to procedural irregularities.
### Final Week for Vehicle Regularization
Tijuana residents have one last week to legalize foreign vehicles. The municipality leads the state with 142,220 vehicles regularized.
### Body Found in Drum in Tijuana Neighborhood
Authorities discovered a body inside a drum in the Jardín Dorado neighborhood. The grim discovery was reported late on Sunday along Terán Terán Boulevard.
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