Addiction Issues in the Schools

Abstract

This chapter explores common issues relevant to addiction that school counselors encounter in their work. Prevalence rates are introduced that provide a context for counselors to understand how common the issue is, whether it is use amongst children/adolescents or in the households the students reside. The brain disease model is explained along with common substances of addiction as well as a discussion of behavioral addictions. Direct and indirect services focused on addiction issues in the schools. Resources for further learning are included at the end of the chapter.