Understanding and treating juvenile offenders: A review of current knowledge and future directions

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/222905026_Understanding_and_treating_juvenile_offenders_A_review_of_current_knowledge_and_future_directions

Abstract: Juvenile delinquency is one of our most pressing social problems, with negative emotional, physical, and economic effects felt throughout society. Considering the prevalence, stability, and detrimental impact of juvenile offending, the development of effective treatments is of utmost importance.

Amenability and implementation in secondary school antitobacco programs

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/11562422_Amenability_and_implementation_in_secondary_school_antitobacco_programs_American_Journal_of_Health_Behavior_26_3-15

Abstract: To describe relationships between teachers’ amenability to implement antitobacco programs and features of implementation settings. A telephone random survey was administered to middle school and high school teachers in Florida.

Substance abuse interventions with Latino adolescents: A cultural framework

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/289893540_Substance_Abuse_Interventions_with_Latino_Adolescents_A_Cultural_Framework

Abstract: This chapter presents a cultural framework for the development of effective substance abuse interventions for Latino youth. The conceptual background and rationale for interventions with Latino youth are presented, and cultural factors relevant to the implementation of interventions are discussed.

Coerced sexual experiences among adolescent substance abusers: A potential pathway to increased vulnerability to HIV exposure

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/251131395_Coerced_Sexual_Experiences_Among_Adolescent_Substance_Abusers_A_Potential_Pathway_to_Increased_Vulnerability_to_HIV_Exposure

Abstract: This study describes the forced sexual experiences, serious internalizing problems, risky sexual behavior, and alcohol-related correlates of risky sexual behavior of 120 substance abusing adolescents and young adults (87 men, 33 women; mean age = 17.2 years) undergoing treatment.

The relationship between thought suppression and smoking cessation

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/11885948_The_relationship_between_thought_suppression_and_smoking_cessation

Abstract: Intrusive thoughts (e.g., anxiety, depression, substance use) are among the most salient symptoms of clinical problems. Therefore, methods of thought suppression have received considerable attention. However, some studies have found that attempts to suppress thoughts precipitate an increase in thoughts.