Abstract
An overview of the prevalence, health consequences, and determinants of adolescents' substance use is provided in this article on adolescence and addictions. Additionally, prevention and treatment efforts and the effectiveness are discussed. The emphasis is on alcohol, smoking, and cannabis use.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Adolescence |
Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
Pages | 1-10 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Volume | 3 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780123739513 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Alcohol
- Cannabis
- Determinants
- Prevention
- Smoking