Title
Understanding and preventing substance abuse by adolescents: a guide for primary care clinicians
UMMS Affiliation
Department of Pediatrics
Date
5-9-1998
Document Type
Article
Medical Subject Headings
Adolescent; Comorbidity; Female; Human Development; Humans; Male; Mental Disorders; Primary Health Care; Psychotherapy; Risk Factors; Substance-Related Disorders; control
Disciplines
Pediatrics
Abstract
Psychoactive drug use by teens is a common occurrence. This article examines the influences that promote and deter experimentation with and hazardous use of psychoactive substances. Clinical guidance is offered on how to assess and intervene with teens and their parents at various developmental phases and levels of involvement with drugs. Understanding how youth make decisions to change their behavior can assist a clinician in helping a teenager avoid these problems.
Rights and Permissions
Citation: Prim Care. 1998 Mar;25(1):137-62.