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Screening and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders Among Adolescents

SAMHSA Advisory Screening and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders Among Adolescents

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2021

Summarizes key messages and considerations for screening and treating adolescents with SUDs; discusses screening in a medical setting and in the community; outlines strategies to engage adolescents; explains types of treatment, including family therapy and medication assisted treatment (MAT).

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Topic(s): Childhood and Adolescence

Section: Policy and Practice Resources