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Treating the intoxicated adolescent. A need for comprehensive services.

J N Stephenson, P Moberg, B J Daniels

    JAMA
    |October 12, 1984
    PubMed
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    Hospital emergency departments can identify intoxicated adolescents at high risk for alcohol and drug abuse. Follow-up assessments are crucial for these at-risk youth to address underlying issues and ensure proper treatment referrals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Adolescent Medicine
    • Emergency Medicine
    • Addiction Psychiatry

    Background:

    • Acutely intoxicated adolescents in emergency departments often receive immediate treatment but lack follow-up for substance abuse or psychosocial issues.
    • Emergency departments are a critical point of contact for identifying at-risk adolescent populations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the risk of alcohol and polydrug abuse in intoxicated adolescents presenting to an emergency department.
    • To determine the role of general hospitals in the follow-up and referral of these patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective study of 171 acutely intoxicated adolescents (ages 12-18) admitted to a hospital emergency department.
    • Comparison with a randomly selected community group to evaluate risk factors.

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    Main Results:

    • Emergency department patients showed significantly higher risks for alcohol and polydrug abuse and psychological dependency compared to the community group.
    • Intoxicated adolescents represent a high-risk group requiring comprehensive assessment.

    Conclusions:

    • General hospitals, through their emergency departments, can effectively manage intoxicated adolescents and facilitate vital follow-up assessments.
    • In-depth assessment of legal, psychosocial, and substance use status is essential for appropriate referral and treatment of at-risk adolescents.