Contributions

  • DrugScope - Contributor

Publication

2008 - DrugScope, London, England

Language

English

Word Count

43,500 words, Guess

Page Count

174 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • LCCHV4999.Y68 E77 2008

Description

The Guide is aimed at a broad range of professionals who work with young people who are misusing drugs and alcohol or who are at risk of doing so, including teachers, youth workers, drug treatment workers, Youth Offending Teams and Connexions personal advisors. In eleven easy-to-digest chapters, the book{u2019}s contributors, all practitioners themselves, provide practical advice and information and explain the latest government policies and strategies around young people{u2019}s substance misuse. Topics covered include working with families, delivering drug education, the criminal justice system, the role of youth support services and evaluation methods. Case studies and hypothetical dilemmas make policy and guidance accessible, while check points prompt readers to check information or practice at local level.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • The essential series
  • Essential series

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