Variations in Mental Health Problems, Substance Use, and Delinquency Between African American and Caucasian Juvenile Offenders

2007 ◽  
Vol 52 (3) ◽  
pp. 311-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael G. Vaughn ◽  
John M. Wallace ◽  
Larry E. Davis ◽  
Giselle T. Fernandes ◽  
Matthew O. Howard
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
African American ◽  
Juvenile Offenders ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems

“Broken windows”: Relationship between neighborhood conditions and behavioral health among low-income African American adolescents

2016 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 527-537 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dexter R Voisin ◽  
Dong Ha Kim
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
African American ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
African American Youth ◽  
African American Adolescents ◽  
Broken Windows ◽  
Neighborhood Conditions

This study explored the association between neighborhood conditions and behavioral health among African American youth. Cross-sectional data were collected from 683 African American youth from low-income communities. Measures for demographics, neighborhood conditions (i.e. broken windows index), mental health, delinquency, substance use, and sexual risk behaviors were assessed. Major findings indicated that participants who reported poorer neighborhood conditions compared to those who lived in better living conditions were more likely to report higher rates of mental health problems, delinquency, substance use, and unsafe sexual behaviors. Environmental factors need to be considered when addressing the behavioral health of low-income African American youth.

scholarly journals High HIV/STI Test Acceptance Through a Behavioral Health Encounter in Latino Immigrants with Substance Use and Mental Health Problems

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 835-846
Author(s):  
Julie H. Levison ◽  
Margarita Alegría ◽  
Ye Wang ◽  
Sheri L. Markle ◽  
Larmiar Fuentes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Latino Immigrants

scholarly journals Severe and enduring mental health problems within an established substance misuse treatment partnership

2014 ◽  
Vol 38 (5) ◽  
pp. 216-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn Walsh ◽  
Alex Copello
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Suicide Risk ◽  
Substance Misuse ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Clinical Implications ◽  
The Past ◽  
Self Harm ◽  
Effective Service

Aims and methodThe study reports findings of an investigation into the presence of severe and enduring mental health problems within the four statutory and non-statutory teams of an established substance misuse treatment partnership.ResultsOf a total of 772 clients in the four teams surveyed, 69 (8.9%) were identified as having severe and enduring mental health problems and problem substance use in the past 12 months. Alcohol was the most prevalent substance used by this predominantly male group. Different rates were found across the four teams, with higher numbers in the non-statutory teams. The clients displayed significant levels of self-harm and suicide risk and were responsible for 131 acute service contacts over the past 12 months.Clinical implicationsClients with severe and enduring mental health problems engaged with substance misuse services display high levels of complex need. It is important to identify the best and most effective service response to this group.

scholarly journals Violent offenses associated with co-occurring substance use and mental health problems: Evidence from CJDATS

2009 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanley Sacks ◽  
Charles M. Cleland ◽  
Gerald Melnick ◽  
Patrick M. Flynn ◽  
Kevin Knight ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Violent Offenses

scholarly journals Victimization Experiences, Substance Misuse, and Mental Health Problems in Relation to Risk for Lethality Among African American and African Caribbean Women

2013 ◽  
Vol 28 (16) ◽  
pp. 3223-3241 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bushra Sabri ◽  
Jamila K. Stockman ◽  
Desiree R. Bertrand ◽  
Doris W. Campbell ◽  
Gloria B. Callwood ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
African American ◽  
Substance Misuse ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Caribbean Women ◽  
African Caribbean
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