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1. How do I get help for my child who has a drug or alcohol problem?

Teenage drug and alcohol abuse affects families in every part of Oktibbeha County regardless of location, race, or economic status. The Mississippi Department of Human Services - Division of Youth Services can assist families in identifying treatment options. In addition to referral to treatment facilities, the Youth Court offers a Juvenile Drug Court program consisting of intensive supervision, counseling, and drug testing. For more information, please call the Mississippi Department of Human Services Division of Youth Services at 662-323-8564.

2. How do I get help for my child whose behavior is defiant and / or uncontrollable?

The Oktibbeha County Youth Court functions to assist families who have children with conduct issues that are disruptive to the home, school, or community. In some cases, the Oktibbeha County Office of Youth Services can offer informal counseling to the child and family. In other cases, it may be necessary to refer the family for psychiatric or psychological intervention. There will be instances when the Youth Court will bring the child into court for adjudication and probation. For further information, please call the Mississippi Department of Human Services Division of Youth Services at 662-323-8654 or the Oktibbeha County Chancery Clerk's Office. If your child is between the ages of 10 and 17, you may contact these offices for assistance:

Mississippi Department of Human Services Division of Youth Services
City Hall Building 1
01 Lampkin Street
Starkville, MS 39759

Oktibbeha County Youth Court
Oktibbeha County Courthouse
101 East Main Street
Starkville, MS 39759
Phone: 662-323-5834

Oktibbeha County Youth Court Defender Cecelia Cook 
Phone: 662-324-0219