NCTSN Resource
Understanding Substance Abuse in Adolescents: A Primer for Mental Health Professionals
Type: Resource Guide
Provides statistics about adolescent trauma and substance abuse.
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NCTSN Resources
The following resources on Trauma and Substance Use were developed by the NCTSN.
NCTSN Resource
Understanding Traumatic Stress in Adolescents
Type: Special Resource
Offers information on traumatic stress in adolescents.
NCTSN Resource
Understanding Traumatic Stress in Adolescents: A Primer for Substance Abuse Professionals
Type: Resource Guide
Provides statistics about adolescent trauma and substance abuse.
NCTSN Resource
Using Drugs to Deal with Stress and Trauma: A Reality Check for Teens
Type: Resource Guide
Offers teens information about trauma, how it can affect them, and why they might use alcohol or drugs to deal with their experiences.
NCTSN Resource
El Uso de Drogas Para Manejar el Estrés y el Trauma: Una Dosis de Realidad para los Jóvenes
Type: Fact Sheet
Ofrece a los adolescentes información sobre lo que es el trauma, cómo puede afectarlos y las razones por las que podrían llegar a consumir alcohol o drogas para enfrentar sus experiencias.
NCTSN Resource
Recognizing Drug Use in Adolescents: A Quick Guide for Caregivers and Adults
Type: Resource Guide
Summarizes the signs of intoxication, substance use, and abuse commonly reported by substance users. This guide for parents and caregivers describes different substances teens use, how a teen may look when on that substance, how they may act, and how the substance may make them feel.
Partner-In Resource
UCLA-Duke ASAP Center for Trauma-Informed Suicide, Self-Harm & Substance Abuse Prevention ...
Type: Website
Offers information on suicide, self-harm, and substance abuse prevention and treatment. This website promotes treatments that reduce the risk of serious health and behavioral health problems in youth.