Treatment of Adolescents With Substance Use Disorders: A Treatment Improvement Protocol
- ISBN-10
- 0788185853
- ISBN-13
- 9780788185854
- Pages
- 126
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1999-10-01
- Publisher
- DIANE Publishing
- Author
- Ken C. Winters
Description
Adolescents differ from adults both physiologically & emotionally as they make the transition from child to adult &, thus, require treatment adapted to their needs. This report details the scope & complexity of the problem. Presents factors to be considered when making treatment decisions. Discusses successful program components. Describes the treatment approaches used in 12-Step-based programs, therapeutic communities, & family therapy respectively. Discusses adolescents with distinctive treatment needs, such as those involved with the juvenile justice system. Explains legal issues concerning confidentiality laws.
