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Adolescent substance abuse: practice implications.

J S Wodarski1

  • 1University of Akron, Ohio 44325.

Adolescence
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This review examines substance abuse incidence and prevention strategies. It explores factors like environment, family, media, and community to inform treatment and intervention practices.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Addiction Science
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Substance abuse presents a significant public health challenge with wide-ranging implications for clinical practice.
  • Understanding the multifaceted nature of substance abuse is crucial for developing effective prevention and treatment interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the incidence of substance abuse.
  • To discuss variables that can be altered for prevention among clients.
  • To explore various environmental and societal factors influencing substance abuse.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of substance abuse incidence.
  • Analysis of prevention and treatment strategies.
  • Exploration of theoretical frameworks and environmental influences.

Main Results:

  • Identified key variables for substance abuse prevention.
  • Highlighted the role of school, peer, and family environments.
  • Examined the impact of media, community, and industry on substance abuse.

Conclusions:

  • Prevention and treatment require a comprehensive approach addressing individual and societal factors.
  • Interventions should consider the interplay between personal, social, and environmental influences.
  • Evidence-based strategies are needed to mitigate the impact of substance abuse.

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