100 Questions & Answers About Your Child's Substance Abuse provides clear, straightforward answers to the most commonly-asked questions about a child's substance abuse. Written for parents and caregivers as well as pediatricians and inpatient and outpatient treatment facility workers, this easy-to-read guide is an essential quick reference for anyone dealing with childhood substance abuse. Topics include risk factors, alcohol abuse, steroid use, drug abuse, assessment and diagnosis, and treatment.
Substance abuse by children, adolescents, and young adults is a growing problem that can cause great distress within a family and threaten the childs development or even his or her life. If you are the parent, caregiver, or loved one of a child who is battling substance abuse problems, or if you suspect your child might have a problem, 100 Questions & Answers About Your Childs Substance Abuse can offer help. This book is an authoritative and user-friendly guide that will enhance your knowledge of this condition and answer your questions about causes, diagnosis, treatment options, and sources of support. This book is an invaluable resource for parents and family members coping with the danger, emotional turmoil, and uncertainty of drug and alcohol abuse.
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