This course focuses on the unique issues and best practice philosophies for addressing the specific needs of adolescents in substance abuse treatment.

Topics covered include:

• Special issues and unique needs of adolescents in substance abuse treatment
• Patterns and prevalence of alcohol and substance use among adolescents
• Consequences of adolescent drug use
• Brain development and adolescent drug use
• Tailoring treatment to adolescents needs
• Addiction medication issues
• Special populations
• Legal issues and considerations

20 Hours – $140