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          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Developmental Patterns of Adolescent Marijuana and Alcohol Use and Their Joint Association with Sexual Risk Behavior and Outcomes in Young Adulthood.
Green KM, Musci RJ, Matson PA, et al

J Urban Health
. 2017 Jan 12.
Abstract

Frequency of E-cigarette Use, Health Status, and Risk and Protective Health Behaviors in Adolescents.
Dunbar MS, Tucker JS, Ewing BA, et al
J Addict Med. 2016 Nov 24.
Abstract

The Relationship Between Hope and Adolescent Likelihood to Endorse Substance Use Behaviors in a Sample of Marginalized Youth.
Brooks MJ, Marshal MP, McCauley HL,  et al
Subst Use Misuse. 2016 Nov 9;51(13):1815-9.
Abstract

Exchange of Sex for Drugs or Money in Adolescents and Young Adults: An Examination of Sociodemographic Factors, HIV-Related Risk, and Community Context.
Boyer CB, Greenberg L, Chutuape K, et al;
J Community Health. 2016 Aug 6
Abstract

The association of psychiatric symptomatology with patterns of alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana use among Brazilian high school students
Fidalgo TM, Sanchez ZM, Caetano SC,  et al
Am J Addict. 2016 Aug;25(5):416-25.
Abstract

Emergency department based intervention with adolescent substance users: 10year economic and health outcomes.
Tait RJ, Teoh L, Kelty E, et al

Drug
Alcohol Depend
. 2016 Aug 1;165:168-74.
Abstract

Associations between the group processes of bullying and adolescent substance use.
Quinn CA, Fitzpatrick S, Bussey K, Hides L, Chan GC.
Addict Behav. 2016 Nov;62:6-13.
Abstract

Emergency department based intervention with adolescent substance users: 10year economic and health outcomes.
Tait RJ, Teoh L, Kelty E, et al   
Drug Alcohol Depend. 2016 Jun 11
Abstract

Exploring the impact of network characteristics on substance use outcomes among homeless former foster youth.
Yoshioka-Maxwell A, Rice E.
Int J Public Health. 2016 Jun 14
Abstract

Substance abuse in early adolescents and HIV preventive behaviors: findings from a school-based cross-sectional survey for the period from 2009 to 2013, Bangkok Thailand.
Thepthien B, Altaf L, Chuchareon P, Srivanichakron S
.
AIDS Care. 2016 Apr 27:1-5.
Abstract

Work It Out Together: Preliminary Efficacy of a Parent and Adolescent DVD and Workbook Intervention on Adolescent Sexual and Substance Use Attitudes and Parenting Behaviors.
Hadley W, Brown LK, Barker D, et al
A
IDS Behav
. 2016 May
Abstract

Sexual risk, substance use, mental health, and trauma experiences of gang-involved homeless youth.
Petering R

J Adolesc. 2016 Apr;48:73-81.
Abstract

Developmental trajectories of self-injurious behavior, suicidal behavior and substance misuse and their association with adolescent borderline personality pathology.
Nakar O, Brunner R, Schilling O, Chanen A, et al

J Affect Disord
. 2016 Mar 10;197:231-238.
Abstract

Grit: A potential protective factor against substance use and other risk behaviors among Latino adolescents.
Guerrero LR, Dudovitz R, Chung PJ, et al
Acad Pediatr. 2016 Jan 18.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Substance use patterns and unprotected sex among street-involved youth in a Canadian setting: a prospective cohort study.
Cheng T, Johnston C, Kerr T,  et al

BMC Public Health
.
2016 Jan 5;16(1):4
Paper

Which adolescents develop persistent substance dependence in adulthood? Using population-representative longitudinal data to inform universal risk assessment.
Meier MH, Hall W, Caspi A, et a
l
Psychol Med
. 2015 Dec 1:1-13.
Abstract

Using Videogame Apps to Assess Gains in Adolescents' Substance Use Knowledge: New Opportunities for Evaluating Intervention Exposure and Content Mastery.
Montanaro E, Fiellin LE, Fakhouri T, et al
J Med Internet Res. 2015 Oct 28;17(10):e245.
Abstract

Heterogeneity in the Relationship of Substance Use to Risky Sexual Behavior Among Justice-Involved Youth: A Regression Mixture Modeling Approach.
Schmiege SJ, Bryan AD.

AIDS Behav
. 2015 Oct 11.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Early Substance Use Initiation and Suicide Ideation and Attempts among School-Aged Adolescents in Four Pacific Island Countries in Oceania.
Peltzer K, Pengpid S
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2015 Sep 30;12(10):12291-303.
Paper

Drug use patterns predict risk of non-fatal overdose among street-involved youth in a Canadian setting.
Mitra G, Wood E, Nguyen P, Kerr T, DeBeck K.

Drug Alcohol Depend
. 2015 May 28.
Abstract

Illicit drug use among rave attendees in a nationally representative sample of US high school seniors.
Palamar JJ, Griffin-Tomas M, Ompad DC.
Drug Alcohol Depend
. 2015 May 13. pii: S0376-8716(15)00237-9
Abstract

The Relationship of Adverse Childhood Experiences to PTSD, Depression, Poly-Drug Use and Suicide Attempt in Reservation-Based Native American Adolescents and Young Adults.
Brockie TN, Dana-Sacco G, Wallen GR, et al
Am J Community Psychol
. 2015 Jun;55(3-4):411-21.
Abstract

Associations Between Long-Term Gang Membership and Informal Social Control Processes, Drug Use, and Delinquent Behavior Among Mexican American Youth.
Cepeda A, Saint Onge JM, Nowotny KM, Valdez A.
Int J Offender Ther Comp Criminol
. 2015 May 14.
Abstract

"First, do no harm": legal guidelines for health programmes affecting adolescents aged 10-17 who sell sex or inject drugs.
Conner B.
J Int AIDS Soc
. 2015 Feb 26;18(2 Suppl 1):19437.
Abstract

Unintended Messages in Online Advertising to Youth: Illicit Drug Imagery in a Canadian Sports Marketing Campaign.
Auger N, Daniel M, Knäuper B,
J Adolesc Health. 2015 Jan 30
Abstract

A Randomized Clinical Trial of Family Therapy in Juvenile Drug Court.
Dakof GA, Henderson CE, Rowe CL, et al  
J Fam Psychol
.
2015 Jan 26.
Abstract

HIV testing among non-incarcerated substance-abusing juvenile offenders.
Tolou-Shams M, Conrad S, Louis A,  et al
Int J Adolesc Med Health. 2015 Jan 24
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
How group factors affect adolescent change talk and substance use outcomes: Implications for motivational interviewing training.
Osilla KC, Ortiz JA, Miles JN, et al
J Couns Psychol
. 2015 Jan;62(1):79-86
Paper

Prospective Relationship Between Poor Sleep and Substance-Related Problems in a National Sample of Adolescents.
Wong MM, Robertson GC, Dyson RB.
Alcohol Clin Exp Res. 2015 Jan 16
Abstract

Symbolic boundaries, subcultural capital and prescription drug misuse across youth cultures.
Kelly BC, Trimarco J, LeClair A, et al
Sociol Health Illn
. 2014 Dec 20
Abstract

Predictors of Substance Use Among Vulnerable Adolescents in Five Cities: Findings From the Well-Being of Adolescents in Vulnerable Environments Study.
Olumide AO, Robinson AC, Levy PA,  et al
J Adolesc Health
. 2014 Dec;55(6S):S39-S47
Abstract

Families Parenting Adolescents With Substance Abuse-Recovering the Mother's Voice: A Narrative Literature Review.
Smith JM, Estefan A.
J Fam Nurs
. 2014 Oct 23.
Abstract

Risk factors of repeated infectious disease incidence among substance-dependent girls and boys court-referred to treatment.
Pagano ME, Maietti CM, Levine AD.
Am J Drug Alcohol Abuse. 2014 Aug 20:1-7
Abstract

Patterns of drug and alcohol use associated with lifetime sexual revictimization and current posttraumatic stress disorder among three national samples of adolescent, college, and household-residing women.
Walsh K, Resnick HS, Danielson CK, et al
Addict Behav. 2014 Mar;39(3):684-9.
Abstract

Concordance between self-reported substance use and toxicology among HIV-infected and uninfected at risk youth.
Nichols SL, Lowe A, Zhang X,  et al
Drug Alcohol Depend. 2014 Jan 1;134:376-82. 
Abstract

Sexual Sensation Seeking, Drug Use and Risky Sex among Detained Youth.
Voisin DR, King K, Schneider J,  et al
J AIDS Clin Res
. 2012;Suppl 1.

Abstract

Assessing the generalizability of the CSAT-sponsored GAIN dataset: Are the CSAT sites representative of adolescent treatment programs in the U.S.?
Hunter SB, Griffin BA, Booth MS, et al
J Subst Abuse Treat. 2014 Feb;46(2):238-43.
Abstract

Prevalence of and Risk Factors for Substance Use Among Perinatally Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected and Perinatally Exposed but Uninfected Youth.
Alperen J, Brummel S, Tassiopoulos K,  et al
J Adolesc Health. 2013 Nov 13.
Abstract

The relationship between substance use and sexual health among African American female adolescents with a history of seeking mental health services.
Woods-Jaeger BA, Jaeger JA, Donenberg GR, Wilson HW.
Womens Health Issues. 2013 Nov-Dec;23(6):e365-71
Abstract

The role of perceived peer prejudice and teacher discrimination on adolescent substance use: a social determinants approach.
Respress BN, Small E, Francis SA, Cordova D.
J Ethn Subst Abuse
. 2013;12(4):279-99.
Abstract

Impaired-Driving Prevalence Among US High School Students: Associations With Substance Use and Risky Driving Behaviors.
Li K, Simons-Morton BG, Hingson R.

Am J Public Healt
h
. 2013 Sep 12.
Abstract

Adolescent Onset of Maternal Substance Abuse: Descriptive Findings from a Feasibility Trial.
Saldana L, Smith DK, Weber E.
J Child Adolesc Subst Abuse
. 2013 Nov;22(5):407-420
Abstract

Cross-Sectional Evidence for a Stress-Negative Affect Pathway to Substance Use among Sexual Minority Girls.
Marshal MP, Burton CM, Chisolm DJ,  et al
Clin Transl Sci. 2013 Aug;6(4):321-2.
Abstract

A systematic review of diffusion weighted MRI studies of white matter microstructure in adolescent substance users.
Baker ST, Yücel M, Fornito A,  et al
Neurosci Biobehav Rev. 2013 Jul 8;37(8):1713-1723.
Abstract

Association between adolescent substance use and obesity in young adulthood: A group-based dual trajectory analysis.
Huang DY, Lanza HI, Anglin MD.
Addict Behav
. 2013 Jul 3;38(11):2653-2660.

Abstract

Sex, Age, and Progression of Drug Use in Adolescents Admitted for Substance Use Disorder Treatment in the Northeastern United States: Comparison With a National Survey.
Bracken BK, Rodolico J, Hill KP.
Subst Abus
. 2013 July-September;34(3):263-272.
Abstract

A Systematic Review of Diffusion Weighted MRI Studies of White Matter Microstructure in Adolescent Substance Users.
Baker ST, Yücel M, Fornito A,  et al
Neurosci Biobehav Rev. 2013 Jul 8

Abstract

Substance abuse treatment for adolescents: how are family factors related to substance use change?
Bertrand K, Richer I, Brunelle N, et al
J Psychoactive Drugs
. 2013 Jan-Mar;45(1):28-38.
Abstract

Substance Use among Adolescent Mothers: A Review.
Chapman SL, Wu LT.
Child Youth Serv Rev. 2013 May 1;

Abstract

Sexual Sensation Seeking, Co-occurring Sex and Alcohol Use, and Sexual Risk Behavior among Adolescents in Treatment for Substance Use Problems.
Oshri A, Tubman JG, Morgan-Lopez AA,  et al

Am J Addict
. 2013 May;22(3):197-205
Abstract

Adolescent inhalant use and executive cognitive functioning.
Scott KD, Scott AA.
Child Care Health Dev
. 2013 Apr 3.
Abstract

Trajectories of Risk for Early Sexual Activity and Early Substance Use in the Fast Track Prevention Program.
Conduct Problems Prevention Research Group.
Prev Sci. 2013 Feb 17.
Abstract

Adolescent initiation of drug use: effects of prenatal cocaine exposure.
Richardson GA, Larkby C, Goldschmidt L, Day NL.
J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry
. 2013 Jan;52(1):37-46.
Abstract

Children who run away from home: risks for suicidal behavior and substance misuse.
Meltzer H, Ford T, Bebbington P, Vostanis P.
J Adolesc Health. 2012 Nov;51(5):415-21.
Abstract

Homelessness Independently Predicts Injection Drug Use Initiation Among Street-Involved Youth in a Canadian Setting.
Feng C, Debeck K, Kerr T,  et al
Adolesc Health. 2012 Sep 24.
Abstract

Risk factor profiles among intravenous drug using young adults: A latent class analysis (LCA) approach.
James S, McField ES, Montgomery SB.
Addict Behav. 2012 Sep 23;38(3):1804-1811
Abstract

Childhood maltreatment histories, alcohol and other drug use symptoms, and sexual risk behavior in a treatment sample of adolescents.
Oshri A, Tubman JG, Burnette ML.
Am J Public Health. 2012 May;102 Suppl 2:S250-7.
Abstract

A family intervention to reduce sexual risk behavior, substance use, and delinquency among newly homeless youth.
Milburn NG, Iribarren FJ, Rice E,  et al  
J Adolesc Health
. 2012 Apr;50(4):358-64.
Abstract

The Utility of Mentoring Homeless Adolescents: A Pilot Study.
Bartle-Haring S, Slesnick N, Collins J,  et al
Am J Drug Alcohol Abuse
. 2012 Jan 13.
Abstract

Psychotropic drug and polypharmacy use among adolescents and young adults: Findings from the Finnish 1981 Nationwide Birth Cohort Study.
Gyllenberg D, Sourander A.
Nord J Psychiatry
. 2012 Jan 3.
Abstract

Treatment of co-occurring substance abuse and suicidality among adolescents: A randomized trial.
Esposito-Smythers C, Spirito A, et al
J Consult Clin Psychol
. 2011 Oct 17.
Abstract

Possible effectiveness of intervention using a self-teaching workbook in adolescent drug abusers detained in a juvenile classification home.
Matsumoto T, Chiba Y, Imamura F,  et al ;
Psychiatry Clin Neurosci
.
2011 Oct;65(6):576-83
Abstract
 
Risk Taking and the Adolescent Reward System: A Potential Common Link to Substance Abuse.
Schneider S, Peters J, Bromberg U, et al
Am J Psychiatry
. 2011 Sep 28
Abstract

Substance use and the risk for sexual intercourse with and without a history of teenage pregnancy
among adolescent females.
Cavazos-Rehg PA, Krauss MJ, et al  
Jtud Alcohol Drugs
. 2011 Mar;72(2):194-8.
Abstract

Sexual risk behaviors among teens at an urban emergency department: relationship with violent
behaviors and substance use.
Walton MA, Resko S, Whiteside L, et al
J Adolesc Health
. 2011 Mar;48(3):303-5.
Abstract

Sex differences and developmental stability in genetic and environmental influences on psychoactive substance consumption from early adolescence to young adulthood.
Baker JH, Maes HH, Larsson H,  et al
Psychol Med
. 2011 Jan 20:1-10.
Abstract

Antidepressant drugs in children and adolescents: analytical and demographic data in a naturalistic, clinical study.
Chermá MD, Ahlner J, Bengtsson F, Gustafsson PA.
J Clin Psychopharmacol
. 2011 Feb;31(1):98-102.
Abstract
 
Interpersonal victimization, posttraumatic stress disorder, and change in adolescent substance use prevalence over a ten-year period.
McCart MR, Zajac K, Danielson CK, et al
Clin Child Adolesc Psychol
. 2011 Jan;40(1):136-43.
Abstract

Social Networking Technology, Social Network Composition, and Reductions in Substance Use Among Homeless Adolescents.
Rice E, Milburn NG, Monro W .
Prev Sci
. 2010 Dec 31
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Psychosocial and Clinical Correlates of Substance use Disorder in an Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatric Population.
Daudin M, Cohen D, Edel Y,  et al 
J Can Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry
. 2010 Nov;19(4):264-73
Paper
 

Reasons for substance use among adolescents with bipolar disorder.
Lorberg B, Wilens TE, Martelon M,  et al
Am J Addict
. 2010 Nov;19(6):474-80.
Abstract
 
Retention of adolescents with substance dependence and coexisting mental health disorders in outpatient alcohol and drug group therapy.
Pagey B, Deering D, Sellman D.
Int J Ment Health Nurs. 2010 Dec;19(6):437-44
Abstract
 
Genetically informative research on adolescent substance use: methods, findings, and challenges.
Lynskey MT, Agrawal A, Heath AC.
J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry
. 2010 Dec;49(12):1202-14
Abstract
 
Mental Health, School Problems, and Social Networks: Modeling Urban Adolescent Substance Use.
Mason MJ.
J Prim Prev
. 2010 Nov 10
Abstract
 
 

        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

 
Beyond the comprehensive package: findings from community consultations with young people who inject drugs in 14 countries
A. Krug, M. Hildebrand, N. Sun, A. Ogunrombi
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Protective and risk factors for drug use among African American adolescents
TT Clark, FZ Belgrave, R Tademy
(135 APHA)
Abstract

Drug use and sexual orientation in a cohort study of U.S. youth
HL Corliss, M Rosario,  D Wypij
135 APHA)
Abstract
 
Cultural adaptation, substance use harm perception and intent to use drugs among Hispanic highschool students
VL Johnson, RJ Pandina

(135 APHA)
Abstract

Drug Testing
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Student drug testing and positive school climates: testing the relation between two school characteristics and drug use behavior in a longitudinal study.
Sznitman SR, Romer D.
J Stud Alcohol Drugs
.
2014 Jan;75(1):65-73.

Abstract

Results of random drug testing in an adolescent substance abuse program.
Levy S, Sherritt L, Vaughan BL, et al  

Pediatrics.
2007 Apr;119(4):
Abstract

Urine testing for drugs of abuse: a survey of suburban parent-adolescent dyads.
Schwartz RH, Silber TJ, Heyman RB
 
Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med
2003 Feb;157(2):158-61
Abstract

 

Prescription Drugs
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Descriptive and injunctive network norms associated with nonmedical use of prescription drugs among homeless youth.
Barman-Adhikari A, Al Tayyib A, et al

Addict Behav
. 2016 Aug 18;64:70-77.

Abstract

Diversion of prescription stimulant drugs among 10-18-year-olds.
Lasopa SO, Striley CW, Cottler LB.
Curr Opin Psychiatry. 2015 May 21
Abstract

Adolescent tramadol use and abuse in Egypt.
Bassiony MM, Salah El-Deen GM,  et al
Am J Drug Alcohol Abuse
. 2015 Apr 10:1-6.
Abstract

Variations in parental monitoring and predictions of adolescent prescription opioid and stimulant misuse.
Donaldson CD, Nakawaki B, Crano WD.
Addict Behav
. 2015 Jan 19;45C:14-21
Abstract

Use of prescription drugs and future delinquency among adolescent offenders.
Drazdowski TK, Jäggi L, Borre A, Kliewer WL.|
J Subst Abuse Treat. 2014 Jul 23. pii: S0740-5472(14)00145-7
Abstract

Prescription drug misuse among young adults: Looking across youth cultures.
Kelly BC, Wells BE, Leclair A, et al
Drug Alcohol Rev
. 2012 Nov 28.
Abstract

Treatment use and barriers among adolescents with prescription opioid use disorders.
Wu LT, Blazer DG, Li TK, Woody GE.et al
Addict Behav. 2011 Aug 7.
Abstract

Medical misuse of controlled medications among adolescents.
McCabe SE, West BT, Cranford JA,  et al
Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med
. 2011 Aug;165(8):729-35
Abstract


Clinical characteristics of treatment-seeking prescription opioid vs. heroin-using adolescents with opioid use disorder.
Subramaniam GA, Stitzer MA.

Drug Alcohol Depend. 2008 Dec 8.
Abstract
 

Prevalence, patterns, and correlates of tranquilizer and sedative use among European adolescents.
Kokkevi A, Fotiou A, Arapaki A, Richardson C.
J Adolesc Health. 2008 Dec;43(6):584-92.
Abstract
 
Prescription Pain Reliever Abuse and Dependence Among Adolescents: A Nationally Representative Study.
Wu LT, Ringwalt CL, Mannelli P, Patkar AA.
J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2008 Jul 25.
Abstract

Characterizing Adolescent Prescription Misusers: A Population-Based Study.
Schepis TS, Krishnan-Sarin S.
 
J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry.
2008 May 19
Abstract
 

Non-prescribed use of pain relievers among adolescents in the United States.
Wu LT, Pilowsky DJ, Patkar AA.

Drug Alcohol Depend.
2007 Dec 1
Abstract

Sharing prescription medication among teenage girls: potential danger to unplanned/undiagnosed pregnancies.
Daniel KL, Honein MA, Moore CA.
Pediatrics 2003 May;111(5 Part 2):1167-70

Abstract

 

Cannabis
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Are adolescents more vulnerable to the harmful effects of cannabis than adults? A placebo-controlled study in human males.
Mokrysz C, Freeman TP, Korkki S, et al

Transl Psychiatry
. 2016 Nov 29;6(11):e961.
Abstract

The Impact of Marijuana Legalization on Adolescent Use, Consequences, and Perceived Risk.
Estoup AC, Moise-Campbell C, Varma M, Stewart DG.
Subst Use Misuse. 2016 Dec 5;51(14):1881-7.
Abstract

Race and General Strain Theory: Examining the Impact of Racial Discrimination and Fear on Adolescent Marijuana and Alcohol Use.
Steele JL.

Subst Use Misuse
. 2016 Aug 2:1-12.
Abstract

Shifting the Paradigm: Adolescent Cannabis Abuse and the Need for Early Intervention.
Golick J.J Psychoactive
Drugs. 2016 Jan 22:1-4.  
Abstract

Marijuana Use and Psychiatric Disorders in Perinatally HIV-Exposed Youth: Does HIV Matter?
Elkington KS, Cruz JE, Ware P, et al
J Pediatr Psychol. 2015 Dec 22.
Abstract

Gang membership and marijuana use among African American female adolescents in North Carolina.
Wechsberg WM, Doherty IA, Browne FA, et al

Subst Abuse Rehabi
l
. 2015 Nov 9;6:141-150.
Abstract

Developmental trajectories of adolescent cannabis use and their relationship to young adult social and behavioural adjustment: A longitudinal study of Australian youth.
Scholes-Balog KE, Hemphill SA, Evans-Whipp TJ,
Addict Behav. 2015 Sep 21;53:11-18
Abstract

Cost-Effectiveness of School-Based Prevention of Cannabis Use.
Deogan C, Zarabi N, Stenström N, et al
Appl Health Econ Health Policy
. 2015 May 14
Abstract

Marijuana use, motives, and change intentions in adolescents.
Dash GF, Anderson KG.
J Psychoactive Drugs. 2015 Apr-Jun;47(2):
Abstract

The power of the proposition: Frequency of marijuana offers, parental knowledge, and adolescent marijuana use.
Siegel JT, Tan CN, Navarro MA, et al
Drug Alcohol Depend. 2014 Dec 23.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
The effects of purchasing alcohol and marijuana among adolescents at-risk for future substance use
Osilla KC, Pedersen ER, Ewing BA, et al
Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy
. 2014 Sep 18;9(1):38.
Paper

Correlates of intentions to use cannabis among US high school seniors in the case of cannabis legalization.
Palamar JJ, Ompad DC, Petkova E.
Int J Drug Policy
. 2014 Feb 2
Abstract

The brain effects of cannabis in healthy adolescents and in adolescents with schizophrenia: a systematic review.
James A, James C, Thwaites T.
Psychiatry Res
. 2013 Dec 30;214(3):181-9.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Cannabis Use during Adolescent Development: Susceptibility to Psychiatric Illness.
Chadwick B, Miller ML, Hurd YL.
Front Psychiatry. 2013 Oct 14;4:129. Review.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Multimodal neuroimaging of frontal white matter microstructure in early phase schizophrenia: the impact of early adolescent cannabis use.
Bernier D, Cookey J, McAllindon D,  et al
BMC Psychiatry. 2013 Oct 17;13(1):264.
Paper

Urgency Traits and Problematic Substance Use in Adolescence: Direct Effects and Moderation of Perceived Peer Use.
Stautz K, Cooper A.
Psychol Addict Behav. 2013 Oct 14.

Abstract

Cannabis Use Among High-Risk Youth in Israel (2004-2011): An Examination of Gender and Country of Origin Status.
Isralowitz R, Reznik A.
J Child Adolesc Psychiatr Nurs. 2013 Oct 14
Abstract

Longitudinal associations between childhood and adulthood externalizing and internalizing psychopathology and adolescent substance use.
Miettunen J, Murray GK, Jones PB,
Psychol Med. 2013 Sep 13:1-12.
Abstract

Legal substance use and the development of a DSM-IV cannabis use disorder during adolescence: the TRAILS study.
Prince van Leeuwen A, Creemers HE, et al
Addiction. 2013 Sep 3.
Abstract


Cannabis abuse in adolescence and the risk of psychosis: A brief review of the preclinical evidence.
Rubino T, Parolaro D.

Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry
. 2013 Jul 31
Abstract

Tentative evidence for striatal hyperactivity in adolescent cannabis-using boys: a cross-sectional multicenter fMRI study.
Jager G, Block RI, Luijten M, Ramsey NF.
J Psychoactive Drugs. 2013 Apr-Jun;45(2):156-67.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Dare to Delay? The Impacts of Adolescent Alcohol and Marijuana Use Onset on Cognition, Brain Structure, and Function.
Lisdahl KM, Gilbart ER, Wright NE, Shollenbarger S.
Front Psychiatry. 2013 Jul 1;4:53.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
The importance of family relations for cannabis users: the case of Serbian adolescents.
Terzic Supic Z, Santric Milicevic M, Sbutega I, Vasic V.
Iran J Public Health. 2013 Mar 1;42(3):249-60
Paper

White Matter Integrity Pre- and Post Marijuana and Alcohol Initiation in Adolescence.
Jacobus J, Squeglia LM, Infante MA,  et al
Brain Sci. 2013 Mar 22;3(1):396-414.

Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Two Sides of the Same Coin: Cannabis Dependence and Mental Health Problems in Help-Seeking Adolescent and Young Adult Outpatients.
Norberg MM, Battisti RA, Copeland J,  et al
Int J Ment Health Addict. 2012 Dec;10(6):818-828
Paper

The social norms of birth cohorts and adolescent marijuana use in the United States, 1976-2007.
Keyes KM, Schulenberg JE, O'Malley PM,  et al
Addiction
. 2011 May 6
Abstract

FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
"CAN Stop" - Implementation and evaluation of a secondary group prevention for adolescent and young adult cannabis users in various contexts - study protocol.
Baldus C, Miranda A, Weymann N, et al 
BMC Health Serv Res. 2011 Apr 18;11(1):80.
Paper

Learning and memory performances in adolescent users of alcohol and marijuana: interactive effects.
Mahmood OM, Jacobus J, Bava S, et al
J Stud Alcohol Drugs
. 2010 Nov;71(6):885-94.
Abstract

Event-Level Marijuana Use, Alcohol Use, and Condom Use Among Adolescent Women.
Hensel DJ, Stupiansky NW, Orr DP, Fortenberry JD.
Sex Transm Dis
. 2010 Sep 13.
Abstract

 

Cocaine
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Prenatal cocaine exposure and age of sexual initiation: Direct and indirect effects.
De Genna N, Goldschmidt L, Richardson GA.
Drug Alcohol Depend
. 2014 Dec 1;145C:194-200.
Abstract

Are There Effects of Intrauterine Cocaine Exposure on Delinquency During Early Adolescence? A Preliminary Report.
Gerteis J, Chartrand M, Martin B,  et al
J Dev Behav Pediatr. 2011 May 9.
Abstract

Prevalence of cocaine and marijuana use in the last trimester of adolescent pregnancy: Socio-demographic, psychosocial and behavioral characteristics.
Mitsuhiro SS, Chalem E, Barros MC, et al 
Addict Behav. 2006 Jun 29;
Abstract
 

Cocaine and alcohol use preceding suicide in African American and white adolescents.
Garlow SJ, Purselle DC, Heninger M. et al

J Psychiatr Res
. 2005 Oct 1;

Abstract

Relationship between extent of cocaine use and dependence among adolescents and adults in the United States.
Chen K, Kandel D.
Drug Alcohol Depend 2002 Sep 1;68(1):65
Abstract

 

Hashish
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Prevalence and correlates of hashish use in a national sample of high school seniors in the United States.
Palamar JJ, Lee L, Weitzman M.
Am J Drug Alcohol Abuse. 2015 Apr 10:1-9

Abstract

Heroin
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Treatment of opioid-dependent adolescents and young adults with buprenorphine.
Subramaniam GA, Fishman MJ, Woody G.
Curr Psychiatry Rep. 2009 Oct;11(5):360-3.
Abstract

Clinical characteristics of treatment-seeking prescription opioid vs. heroin-using adolescents with
opioid use disorder.
Subramaniam GA, Stitzer MA.

Drug Alcohol Depend
. 2008 Dec 8.
Abstract

Adolescent heroin use: a review of the descriptive and treatment literature.
Hopfer CJ, Khuri E, Crowley TJ, Hooks S.

J Subst Abuse Treat 2002 Oct;23(3):231
Abstract

 

Opioids
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Illicit use of buprenorphine in a community sample of young adult non-medical users of pharmaceutical opioids.
Daniulaityte R, Falck R, Carlson RG.
Drug Alcohol Depend. 2011 Oct 28.
Abstract

Predictors of abstinence: national institute of drug abuse multisite buprenorphine/naloxone treatment trial in opioid-dependent youth.
Subramaniam GA, Warden D, Minhajuddin A,  et al
J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2011 Nov;50(11):1120-8.
Abstract

Clinical characteristics of treatment-seeking prescription opioid vs. heroin-using adolescents with opioid use disorder.
Subramaniam GA, Stitzer MA.

Drug Alcohol Depend
. 2008 Dec 8.
Abstract

 

Inhalants
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Long-Term Prevalence and Demographic Trends in U.S. Adolescent Inhalant Use: Implications for Clinicians and Prevention Scientists.
Halliburton AE, Bray BC.

Subst Use Misuse
. 2016 Feb 4:1-14.
Abstract

Inhalant Use, Abuse, and Dependence Among Adolescent Patients: Commonly
Comorbid Problems.
Sakai JT, Hall SK, Mikulich-Gilbertson SK,  et al

Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry.
2004 Sep;43(9):1080-1088.

Abstract


Methamphetamine/MDMA
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
The novelty-seeking phenotype modulates the long-lasting effects of adolescent MDMA exposure.
Rodríguez-Arias M, Vaccaro S, Arenas MC, et al
Physiol Behav. 2015 Jan 22;141C:190-198.
Abstract

Identifying methamphetamine exposure in children.
Castaneto MS, Barnes AJ, Scheidweiler KB, et al
Ther Drug Monit. 2013 Dec;35(6):823-30.
Abstract

Crystal methamphetamine and initiation of injection drug use among street-involved youth in a Canadian setting.
Werb D, Kerr T, Buxton J, Shoveller J, et al

CMAJ
. 2013 Oct 15.
Abstract

Pilot Randomized Trial of Bupropion for Adolescent Methamphetamine Abuse/Dependence.
Heinzerling KG, Gadzhyan J, van Oudheusden H,
J Adolesc Health
. 2013 Jan 16
Abstract

Methamphetamine Use and Risk for HIV Among Young Men Who Have Sex With Men in 8 US Cities.
Freeman P, Walker BC, Harris DR, et al
Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med
. 2011 Aug;165(8):736-740
.
Abstract

Methamphetamine Use and High-Risk Sexual Behaviors among Incarcerated Female Adolescents with a Diagnosed STD.
Steinberg JK, Grella CE, Boudov MR,  et al
J Urban Health. 2011 Mar 11
Abstract

 

Ergogenic Substances
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Serum Insulin-Like Growth Factor-I and Pro-Collagen Type III N-Terminal Peptide in Adolescent Elite Athletes: Implications for the Detection of Growth Hormone Abuse in Sport.
Guha N, Erotokritou-Mulligan I, Burford C, Strobridge G,
et al
J Clin Endocrinol Metab
. 2010 Apr 21
Abstract

Anabolic-androgenic steroid use and involvement in violent behavior in a nationally representative sample of young adult males in the United States.
Beaver KM, Vaughn MG, Delisi M, Wright JP.
Am J Public Health. 2008 Dec;98(12):2185-7.
Abstract
 

Banned performance enhancing ergogenic aids in children and adolescent athletes
Nemet D, Eliakim A.
Harefuah. 2007 Oct;146(10):794-9,
Abstract
 
The use of ergogenic agents in high school athletes.
Rosenfield C.

J Sch Nurs
. 2005 Dec;21(6):333-9
\ Abstract

The adolescent athlete and ergogenic aids.
Dyment PG.

J Adolesc Health Care
1987 Jan;8(1):68-73

Abstract

Drugs and the adolescent athlete.
Dyment PG.
Pediatr Ann 1984 Aug;13(8):602-4
Abstract

 

Embalming Fluid
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Dust in the Wind: The Growing Use of Embalming Fluid Among Youth in Hartford, CT.
Singer M, Clair S, Schensul J, Huebner C, et al  

Subst Use Misus
e. 2005 Jul;40(8):1035-50
Abstract

Prevention Programs
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
The Usability and Acceptability of an Adolescent mHealth HIV/STI and Drug Abuse Preventive Intervention in Primary Care.
Cordova D, Alers-Rojas F, Lua FM,
et al
Behav Med
. 2016 May 25:0.
Abstract

A Community-Engaged Approach to Developing an mHealth HIV/STI and Drug Abuse Preventive Intervention for Primary Care: A Qualitative Study.
Cordova D, Bauermeister JA, Fessler K,  et al Youth Leadership Council
.
JMIR Mhealth Uhealth
. 2015 Dec 18;3(4
Abstract

The Effectiveness of Family Interventions in Preventing Adolescent Illicit Drug Use: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
Vermeulen-Smit E, Verdurmen JE, Engels RC.
Clin Child Fam Psychol Rev
. 2015 May 22.
Abstract

Meta-analysis of the effectiveness of school substance abuse prevention programs in Spain.
Espada JP, Gonzálvez MT, Orgilés M, Lloret D, Guillén-Riquelme A.
Psicothema
. 2015 Feb;27(1):5-12
Abstract

Parental monitoring: a way to decrease substance use among Swiss adolescents?
Tornay L, Michaud PA, Gmel G,  et al
Eur J Pediatr. 2013 May 10
Abstract

Is a gender differential intervention necessary in the prevention of adolescent drug use?
Meneses C, Charro B.
Rev Psiquiatr Salud Ment. 2013 Apr 24.
Abstract

Reconceptualizing Efficacy in Substance Use Prevention Research: Refusal Response Efficacy and Drug Resistance Self-Efficacy in Adolescent Substance Use.
Choi HJ, Krieger JL, Hecht ML.
Health Commun
. 2013 Jan;28(1):40-52
Abstract

Impact of Nursing Intervention on Decreasing Substances among Homeless Youth.
Nyamathi A, Branson C, Kennedy B, et al
Am J Addict. 2012 Nov;21(6):558-65
Abstract

Preventing substance use among early Asian-American adolescent girls: initial evaluation of a web-based, mother-daughter program.
Fang L, Schinke SP, Cole KC.
J Adolesc Health. 2010 Nov;47(5):529-32
Abstract

Risk reduction for substance use and trauma-related psychopathology in adolescent sexual assault victims: findings from an open trial.
Kmett Danielson C, McCart MR, de Arellano MA,  et al

Child Maltreat
. 2010 Aug;15(3):261-8
Abstract

Core competencies and the prevention of adolescent substance use.
Haegerich TM, Tolan PH.  
New Dir Child Adolesc Dev. 2008 Nov 19;2008(122):47-60.
Abstract
 

A randomized controlled trial of a parent-centered intervention in preventing substance use and HIV risk behaviors in Hispanic adolescents.
Prado G, Pantin H, Briones E, et al 
J Consult Clin Psychol. 2007 Dec;75(6):914-26.
Abstract
 
A community prevention intervention to reduce youth from inhaling and ingesting harmful legal products.
Johnson K, Holder H, Ogilvie K, et al  
J Drug Educ. 2007;37(3):227-47
Abstract
 
Use of brief interventions for drug abusing teenagers within a middle and high school
setting.
Winters KC, Leitten W, Wagner E, et al 
J Sch Health. 2007 Apr;77(4):196-206.
Abstract
 
Family structure and function during adolescence: relationship with social support,tobacco, alcohol and drugs consumption, and psychic discomfort.
Perez Milena A, Perez Milena R, Martinez Fernandez ML, et al 
Aten Primaria. 2007 Feb 1;39(2):61-5.
Abstract
 
Methodological Challenges in Designing Efficacious Drug Abuse and HIV Preventive Interventions for Hispanic Adolescent Subgroups.
Pantin H, Prado G, Schwartz SJ, Sullivan S.

J Urban Health
. 2005 Jun;82(2 Suppl 3):iii92-iii102
Abstract
 
The protective influence of spirituality and "Health-as-a-Value" against monthly substance use among adolescents varying in risk.
Ritt-Olson A, Milam J, Unger JB, et al    

J Adolesc Health.
2004 Mar;34(3):192-9.
Abstract

Effects of a preventive intervention on adolescent substance use initiation,expectancies, and refusal intentions.
Trudeau L, Spoth R, Lillehoj C, et al 

Prev Sci 2003 Jun;4(2):109-22
Abstract

Preventing early adolescent substance use: a family-centered strategy for the public middle school.
Dishion TJ, Kavanagh K, Schneiger A, et al.
 
Prev Sc
i 2002 Sep;3(3):191-201
Abstract

Developing a media- and school-based program for substance abuse prevention among Hispanic youth: a case study of Mirame!/Look at Me!
Ramirez AG, Gallion KJ, Espinoza R, Chalela P.
Nicotine Tob Res 1999;(1 Suppl 1):S99-104
Abstract

 

Treatment Programs
 

      Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Prevalence and predictors of injection drug use and risky sexual behaviors among adolescents in substance treatment.
Thurstone C, Salomonsen-Sautel S, Mikulich-Gilbertson SK,et al
Am J Addict. 2013 Nov;22(6):558-65
Abstract

Recovery among adolescents: Models for post-treatment gains in drug abuse treatments.
Joe GW, Kalling Knight D, Becan JE, Flynn PM.
J Subst Abuse Treat. 2013 Oct 14.

Abstract

Assessing the generalizability of the CSAT-sponsored GAIN dataset: Are the CSAT sites representative of adolescent treatment programs in the U.S.?
Hunter SB, Griffin BA, Booth MS, et al
J Subst Abuse Treat. 2013 Aug 26.
Abstract

12-step participation and outcomes over 7 years among adolescent substance use patients with and without psychiatric comorbidity.
Chi FW, Sterling S, Campbell CI, Weisner C.
Subst Abus
. 2013 Jan;34(1):33-42
Abstract

Brief strategic family therapy versus treatment as usual: Results of a multisite randomized trial for substance using adolescents.
Robbins MS, Feaster DJ, Horigian VE,  er al
J Consult Clin Psychol
. 2011 Oct 3
Abstract

 

Drug Use and Pregnancy
 

      Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Methamphetamine use is independently associated with recent risky sexual behaviors and adolescent pregnancy.
Zapata LB, Hillis SD, Marchbanks PA, et al

J Sch Health
. 2008 Dec;78(12):641-8.
Abstract

The impact of continuing illegal drug use on teenage pregnancy \outcomes--a prospective cohort study.
Quinlivan JA, Evans SF.
BJOG 2002 Oct;109(10):1148-53
Abstract

 

Drug Use and STDs
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Associations between biologically confirmed marijuana use and laboratory-confirmed sexually transmitted diseases among African American adolescent females.
Liau A, Diclemente RJ, Wingood GM.
Sex Transm Dis 2002 Jul;29(7):387-90
Abstract
 

Anti-Drug Advertising
 

      Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Assessing the impact of antidrug advertising on adolescent drug consumption: results from a behavioral economic model.
Block LG, Morwitz VG, Putsis WP Jr, Sen SK.
Am J Public Health
2002 Aug;92(8):1346-51

Abstract

Avoiding the Boomerang: Testing the Relative Effectiveness of Antidrug Public Service Announcements Before a National Campaign
Fishbein M, -Jamieson KL, Zimmer E, et al.
Am J Public Health 2002; 92: 238-245
Abstract

Television campaigns and adolescent marijuana use: tests of sensation seeking targeting
Palmgreen P,  Donohew L,  Lorch EP, et al.
Am J Public Health 2001; 91: 292-296.
Abstract

 

Special Populations
Gays/Lesbians/Bisexuals

Asians and Pacific Islanders

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  School-level contextual influences on smoking and drinking among Asian and Pacific Islander adolescents.
Kim J, McCarthy WJ. 
Drug Alcohol Depend. 2006 Sep 1;84(1):56-68
Abstract
 

Drug Use and Religion/Spirituality
 

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Is religiosity a protective factor against substance use in young adulthood? Only if you're straight!
Rostosky SS, Danner F, Riggle ED.
J Adolesc Health. 2007 May;40(5):440-7.
Abstract
 


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