We have come a long way in reducing crime rates and drug use in America. A combination of law enforcement, prevention, treatment, media attention and private sector efforts have worked.

• The National Survey on Drug Use and Health reported in September, 2006 that teen drug use continues to decline.
• Since 2001, 691,000 fewer teenagers are using drugs. READ MORE>>
• Drug use among teens has been reduced by 19% since 2001. READ MORE>>
• According to the 2006 Monitoring the Future Survey, there have been significant reductions in the use of methamphetamine and steroids by teenagers. READ MORE>>
• Coca cultivation in Colombia is at its lowest level in nearly 20 years.
• More than 80% of the leaders of the most-wanted international drug organizations responsible for the supply of drugs in the U.S. have been indicted.
• DEA's Operation White Rabbit has nearly wiped out LSD availability in the U.S. There has been a 74% decrease in current LSD use by teens between 1999 and 2004, according to the Monitoring the Future survey (2004).
• The number of methamphetamine superlab seizures decreased dramatically by 78% from 2001 to 2004.
• Other social problems, such as cancer and the "war" on poverty have been seen as worthwhile—but long term efforts. Stopping drug abuse should be considered the same way.

In addition to dramatic reductions in drug use, major drug trafficking organizations have been dismantled by law enforcement—and significant amounts of drugs have been taken off the streets of America. DEA has made significant cases against the highest level drug traffickers in the world by working closely with other law enforcement partners as well as foreign governments.  

Teens Think Twice about the War on Drugs
Are you curious about what Teens Ask Teens have to say about the war on drugs? See the answer to "Do you think the drug war is a justified or failed policy?"