Beliefs About Substance Abuse Among Adolescents: What Works?

The purpose of this study was to explore beliefs about what works in substance abuse treatment among adolescents. This was a qualitative study that was comprised of fourteen counselors who were interviewed regarding what works in substance treatment with adolescents. The study identified four themes...

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Main Authors: Hernandez, Alma Elizabeth, Araiza, Stephanie Michelle
Format: Others
Published: CSUSB ScholarWorks 2014
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Online Access:https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd/61
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1019&context=etd
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Summary:The purpose of this study was to explore beliefs about what works in substance abuse treatment among adolescents. This was a qualitative study that was comprised of fourteen counselors who were interviewed regarding what works in substance treatment with adolescents. The study identified four themes that contribute to our knowledge about what works in substance abuse treatment among adolescents. The study recommends that future research explore further what works with adolescents in substance abuse treatment, including collaborating with family members, identifying strengths in adolescents, building an authentic rapport with adolescents, and using the latest evidence-based practices.