The extent of the problem of substance abuse in young people and children, and current theory and research regarding causes and risk factors are discussed in this authoritative volume. Alternative intervention approaches are also explored - the authors detail various types of interventions and approaches that have arisen from community, school and media-based efforts. A highlight of the book is material on the evaluation of intervention programmes and on the dissemination of these programmes beyond the confines of research.

Zusammenfassung
This text attempts to describe, illustrate and discuss the problem of substance abuse, current theory and research in causes and risk factors and alternative intervention approaches. These issues span the topics of epidemiology, treatment, prevention, programme planning and evaluation.

Inhalt

Patterns of Substance Abuse Among Adolescents
Etiology and Theory
Approaches to Substance-Abuse Prevention
Substance-Abuse Treatment Programs for Adolescents
The Evaluation of Interventions
The Dissemination of Interventions