According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and the National Institute on Drug Abuse, teen drug use has declined in the most recent trend report of 2007. Although this is a significant relief for many parents, the cause for teen drug use remains perplexing to many families. One of the most difficult realities is the transition from recreational use to addiction, which is life-changing for the teen, her family and friends. There is no singular cause for teenage substance abuse, but there are factors that have a strong influence in pushing teens toward exploring drug use options.