6871-2 Improving Engagement with Youth in Treatment-Recording

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Video Summary

In the video, the speaker discusses the importance of engaging youth in care for substance use and how challenging it can be. They emphasize the need to share experiences, best practices, and anecdotes to improve engagement and move the field forward. They focus on strategies to improve engagement, address stigmatizing language, provide trauma-informed care, and offer support for adolescents impacted by substance use. The speaker stresses the importance of understanding the reasons behind youth substance use to tailor interventions effectively. They also touch on harm reduction approaches, peer support, and the impact of language on destigmatizing substance use. Additionally, the speaker discusses the challenges of using traditional prevention methods and the need for more youth-specific care and treatment options. The audience raises questions about the age limits for care, strategies to engage youth, the impact of legislative changes on substance use, and the importance of trauma-informed care and language in addressing substance use issues. Ultimately, the discussion highlights the complexities of engaging youth in care for substance use and the importance of personalized, compassionate approaches to address their needs effectively.

Keywords

engaging youth in care

substance use

best practices

anecdotes

trauma-informed care

stigmatizing language

adolescents

harm reduction

peer support

legislative changes