Characteristics of youth and young adults seeking residential treatment for substance use problems: an exploratory study

Article Abstract:

Analysis of a convenience sample of young people in the 20-25 age category undergoing treatment for substance abuse revealed that persons opting for residential treatment experienced more mental health and addiction problems with a higher probability of earlier treatment experiences compared to those opting for nonresidential treatment. The study results imply that education as to the benefits of nonresidential treatment can enhance treatment plans for the young adult age group.

Care and treatment, Psychiatric hospitals, Substance abuse treatment, Adolescent psychotherapy

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Investigations of causal pathways between PTSD and drug use disorders

Article Abstract:

The causal mechanisms which explain the correlation between posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance abuse are analyzed. The causal hypotheses considered include self-medication of PTSD symptoms, substance users' high risk of exposure to trauma and substance abusers' increased vulnerability to PTSD following a traumatic experience. The existence of an indirect link between substance use disorders and PTSD is also examined.

Post-traumatic stress disorder

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Drug use and drinking among students in 36 countries

Article Abstract:

Student use of drugs and alcohol was found to vary substantially between 36 countries studied. The most popular drug in all countries was alcohol, followed by cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and cocaine.

Drug utilization, Drug monitoring

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