Transition-Aged Youths With Dual Diagnoses

Autor: Christopher M. Kalinyak, Cheryl Killion, M. Jane Suresky, Faye A. Gary
Rok vydání: 2016
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Zdroj: Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services. 54:48-51
ISSN: 1938-2413
0279-3695
DOI: 10.3928/02793695-20160219-08
Popis: The current study provides an overview of the research knowledge about unique problems encountered by transition-aged youths with dual diagnoses. A description of the considerable physical and emotional changes experienced by transition-aged youths provides a foundation for exploring the pressures and challenges compounded by mental health issues and substance abuse. Programs that provide intensive support throughout the transition years pay valuable dividends. However, transition-aged youths with dual diagnoses of mental disorders and substance abuse find themselves faced with limited or nonexistent options. There is a confusing lack of continuity and consistency of supports and services, which complicates the already perplexing circumstances that beleaguer the lives of young adults with dual diagnoses. [ Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services , 54 (3), 48–51.]
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