Screening and Assessing Adolescent Substance Abuse: A Primer for Counselors.

Schwartz, Robert C.; Smith, Shannon D.

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ERIC Number: EJ675926

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2003

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Screening and Assessing Adolescent Substance Abuse: A Primer for Counselors.

Schwartz, Robert C.; Smith, Shannon D.

Journal of Addictions & Offender Counseling, n1 p23-34 Oct 2003

Adolescent substance abuse is an increasing problem in U. S. society. This article provides an overview of adolescent substance abuse, screening, and assessment strategies; contact information related to specific assessment instruments; and information regarding ethic important to consider during the assessment process. (Contains 16 references and 1 appendix.) (Author)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Drug Use Testing, Evaluation Methods, Identification, Legal Responsibility, Measures (Individuals), Resources, Substance Abuse

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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