Reports that the Therapeutic Communites of America (TCA) discusses the use of drugs among today's youth. Points to consider.JonesLindaR.WolfEBSCO_AspAlcoholism & Drug Abuse Weekly
Overall, youth who have experienced childhood abuse are at an increased risk of suicide. However, experiences on the street can also contribute to suicidal behavior among YEH. In particular, sexual victimization (e.g., rape) has been associated with higher rates of suicidal ideation and attempts...
Youth Substance AbuseAdolescent Substance Usedoi:10.1007/978-94-007-0753-5_104617Richard GallagherPh.DStaffPh.DStaffNYU Child Study CenterSpringer NetherlandsEncyclopedia of Quality of Life and Well-Being Research
Substance abuse and suicide: promoting resilience against self-destructive behavior in youth - SG, KalafatForman SG, Kalafat J. Substance abuse and suicide: Promoting resilience against self-destructive behavior in youth. School Psych Rev. 1998;27:398-406....
All In Clayton Coalition promotes teenage substance abuse prevention. All members of the Clayton, MO community are welcome to join us!
Research finds that at least 30 days in a supportive and structured residential teen rehab is highly effective in providing substance misuse help for teens. A study supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse found that adolescents who met or exceeded the minimum treatment time in a teen ...
In adults who retrospectively report being abused or neglected as children, there is evidence of an association with engaging in multiple risk behaviours such as harmfully using tobacco, drugs and alcohol [3, 6]. Experiencing such adversities in childhood that are prospectively recorded, can also ...
Substance abuse and suicide: promoting resilience against self-destructive behavior in youth. Soc Psychol Rev 1998; 27: 398-406.Rutgers, SG., Kalafat, J. Substance abuse and suicide: promoting resilience against self-destructive behavior in youth. School Psychology Review 1998; 27(3), 398-406....
"Substance abuse" refers to the use of a drug/alcohol in amounts or by methods which are harmful to an individual or others [2]. These "substances" refer to alcohol and other drugs, though alcohol is the most common substance used by youth. As substance abuse becomes a growing concern ...
Teen Substance Abuse Statistics According to teen substance abuse stats, many parents may discover that their teenager is abusing substances. If you or a loved one is facing this challenge, you are not alone, but there are substance abuse programs for teens that can provide resources and support...