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Assessing ADM Disorders Among Juvenile Detainees

Award Information

Award #
2005-JL-FX-0288
Location
Congressional District
Status
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2006

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2006, $975,000)

This award continues a longitudinal study of alcohol, drug, and mental (ADM) disorders in juvenile detainees. The sample includes 1829 delinquent youth age 10 to 18 at baseline interviews, which occurred between 1995 and 1998. The study examines the development and progression of ADM disorders; patterns of and barriers to service usage; and the development of dangerous behaviors associated with drug use, violence, and HIV/AIDS risk behaviors.
NCA/NCF

Date Created: September 17, 2006