Young Adolescents with Methamphetamine-Abusing Parents: A Q&A with Dr. Wendy Haight

By The Prevention Researcher
The Prevention Researcher,
Volume 15, Number 5, 2008, Pages 3-5, Item# A155-Haight

Abstract:

Methamphetamine use has become widespread in the U.S. and is a concern in many of our communities. In this Q&A with Dr. Wendy Haight, we explore how parental meth use impacts young adolescents and how these youth can best be supported.

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Supporting Youth and Their Families: 2008 Resource Issue

The Prevention Researcher,
Volume 15, Supplement, 2008

This supplemental issue of The Prevention Researcher focuses on supporting families in times of need so they can support youth. It specifically focuses on parental methamphetamine abuse, youth with incarcerated parents, parental military deployment, and grandparent-headed households.

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