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Monday, March 12, 2012

When teenagers struggle with drug abuse or addiction, what can we do to help?

Teen Substance Abuse: Observations & Treatment 
Brandon Bruce Dellario LMSW LASAC

     Teens can find substance abuse treatment in different ways for various reasons.  One of the biggest motivating factors for young adults is our legal system.  A study in 2002 showed most adolescents (53%) seeking treatment were referred by the criminal justice system, 17% were self referral, and 11% were referred by schools.