At 14, Kenny left home, tired of abuse at the hands of his father, and exhausted by his parents’ alcoholism. He felt ignored and unprotected by neighbors, law enforcement, everyone – his physical bruises never showed. In and out of temporary shelters, Kenny was a loose cannon, ready to explode with frustration, anger and fear.
"180 Degrees, Inc.'s new location brings together a wide array of services to youth and families under one roof," said Richard Gardell, president and CEO of 180 Degrees.
Minnesota High-School Students Taking Adderall to Boost Academic Performance
Hal Pickett, adolescent chemical health specialist and director of the Twin Cities' Headway Emotional Health Services, said he wouldn't doubt students would use the drug if they thought it would help them.