Inpatient Treatment for Children and Adolescents with Substance Abuse Issues
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Issue Date
2001-11Author
Oelklaus, Kirsten
Petr, Chris
Publisher
University of Kansas. School of Social Welfare.
Type
Technical Report
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Best Practices
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The report revealed that the bulk of the literature collectively examines adults and adolescents, rather than investigating the unique issues that adolescents with substance abuse issues have. The review explored outcome studies for in-patient programs for adolescents with substance abuse issues in order to identify best practices for this population. The author utilized adult success rates (28% abstinence on post treatment measures) to establish a benchmark for including citations of the articles found in the extensive review. The empirically based studies conveyed support for intense and structured milieu-based interventions (individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, utilization of the AA/NA model, and aftercare services). Trained clinicians provide the interventions maintaining a recovery-focused milieu that encourages healthy relationships and provides clear structure. The studies also noted educational and vocational components included in the treatment. The average lengths of stay that were at least 6 weeks yielded the best results. Recommendations include the demonstration and evaluation of treatment programs designed specifically to meet the needs of adolescents.
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