Addiction in Adolescence

Addiction in Adolescence 

Essay 2 – Addiction in Adolescence (Module/Week 5) In addition to your readings and presentations for this module/week, research at least 2 scholarly articles that discusses abuse of substances and addiction in adolescence. What is the current research saying in regards to addiction/abuse, resilience in this population, and what interventions may counteract abuse of substances and addictions in this population? Also discuss how healthy spiritual development may affect the likelihood of use/abuse/addiction in adolescent years. Discuss local news coverage of alcohol or drug-related stories to adolescent use in your area. Give details on the prevalence of addiction based on your readings and the news stories. Are differing viewpoints considered, analyzed, and treated?