Chapter 6: At Risk Youth Flashcards
Youth “At Risk”
At risk of negative outcomes by engaging in certain behaviors that threaten their well-being
Youth “As a Risk”
Engaging in behaviors that threaten the well-being of other people or society as a whole
Youth
Children aged 12-17
Someone who has not achieved full economic and social independence
Top 3 Substances Used by Youth
Alcohol
E-Cigarettes
Cannabis
Tobacco and Vaping Products Act
No sell of tobacco to those under 18
Cigarette commercials are prohibited on TV and advertising is restricted
WHO recommends R rating on movies with smoking
Cloud Chasers
Vaping is new and exciting
Functions as a hobby
Learning tricks
Substitutes
Smokers or former smokers who started vaping to reduce the stigmatization they faced as smokers and perceived improvements in health
Drug
Any substance that has psychoactive properties, affecting mood or cognition
Cannabis Legalization Effects
2% increase in adult usage
No change in 18-24 years old
10% decrease among 12-17 year olds
Why Do Young People Use Drugs?
4 factors
Individual
Family
School
Community
Individual Factors
Ex. genetic and environmental disposition, degree of personal competence, trauma, mental health challenges, gang involvement
Family Factors
Ex. parenting style, degree of parent-child relationship, abuse or neglect, family history with substance use
School Factors
Academic success, reading skills, problem-solving abilities, participation in extracurriculars, feelings of belonging
Community Factors
Norms about substance use, prevalence of crime, economic condition, nature of peers
Binge Drinking
Five drinks in one sitting for males, four drinks in one sitting for females