Description
Highly Commended, BMA Medical Book Awards 2014
This highly practical manual presents an ideal introduction to adolescent substance use. It offers invaluable guidance for all professionals involved with adolescents including social workers, health and social care professionals, youth workers, family support workers, teachers, counsellors, mental health teams, A&E staff, police and probation officers. The approach these practitioners take in dealing with the problem has considerable influence over outcomes. It succinctly covers a wealth of information on key matters such as counselling, treatment options, motives for substance abuse, sexual and mental health, policy development, ethical and legal considerations, and the important role of the family. Adolescents and Substance Use provides a user-friendly foundation for effective, evidence-based practice.
About the Author
Philip James, Catriona Kearns, Ann Campbell, Bobby N.P. Smyth
Book Information
ISBN 9781846199790
Author Philip James
Format Paperback
Page Count 296
Imprint CRC Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 550g