You Can Do It: Healthcare Providers' Response to Youth Substance Use

Ninety percent of people with a substance use disorder began using alcohol or drugs before the age of 18. This underscores the importance of early intervention and prevention strategies among youth and their caregivers before a substance use disorder develops. Many health care providers who care for youth and adolescents feel overwhelmed by youth substance use and don’t know what to say or what advice to give that will make a difference.

Join primary care physician and addiction specialist, Dr. Lauren Graber to learn practical ways all providers can support youth and their families. Learn how to:

· Identify risks

· Start conversations with youth and families about substance use

· Respond with ideas and support for youth

· Offer medications that can reduce risk and support abstinence

Host or Publisher Hennepin Healthcare