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Principles of Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment: A Research-Based Guide
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Why do adolescents take drugs?
What drugs are most frequently used by adolescents?
How do adolescents become addicted to drugs, and which factors increase risk?
Is it possible for teens to become addicted to marijuana?
Is abuse of prescription medications as dangerous as other forms of illegal drug use?
Are steroids addictive and can steroid abuse be treated?
How do other mental health conditions relate to substance use in adolescents?
Does treatment of ADHD with stimulant medications like Ritalin® and Adderall® increase risk of substance abuse later in life?
What are signs of drug use in adolescents, and what role can parents play in getting treatment?
How can parents participate in their adolescent child's treatment?
What role can medical professionals play in addressing substance abuse (including abuse of prescription drugs) among adolescents?
Is adolescent tobacco use treated similarly to other drug use?
Are there medications to treat adolescent substance abuse?
Do girls and boys have different treatment needs?
What are the unique treatment needs of adolescents from different racial/ethnic backgrounds?
What role can the juvenile justice system play in addressing adolescent drug abuse?
What role do 12-step groups or other recovery support services play in addiction treatment for adolescents?
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Contents
Acknowledgements
From the Director
Introduction
Principles of Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do adolescents take drugs?
What drugs are most frequently used by adolescents?
How do adolescents become addicted to drugs, and which factors increase risk?
Is it possible for teens to become addicted to marijuana?
Is abuse of prescription medications as dangerous as other forms of illegal drug use?
Are steroids addictive and can steroid abuse be treated?
How do other mental health conditions relate to substance use in adolescents?
Does treatment of ADHD with stimulant medications like Ritalin® and Adderall® increase risk of substance abuse later in life?
What are signs of drug use in adolescents, and what role can parents play in getting treatment?
How can parents participate in their adolescent child's treatment?
What role can medical professionals play in addressing substance abuse (including abuse of prescription drugs) among adolescents?
Is adolescent tobacco use treated similarly to other drug use?
Are there medications to treat adolescent substance abuse?
Do girls and boys have different treatment needs?
What are the unique treatment needs of adolescents from different racial/ethnic backgrounds?
What role can the juvenile justice system play in addressing adolescent drug abuse?
What role do 12-step groups or other recovery support services play in addiction treatment for adolescents?
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