Listed in this section are various links and reference material for specific disorders pertaining to adolescents.

Alcohol/Substance Abuse:

• repeated use resulting in an inability to fulfill fundamental obligations at school or home
• repeated use, resulting in dangerous situations
• repeated alcohol and substance-related legal problems

Alcohol/Substance Dependence:

• Alcohol or substance is often taken in greater amounts for a longer period than intended
• repeated wish or unsuccessful attempts to control use
• a great deal of time is taken to get and use alcohol or substance or to recover from its effects
• important social, work, or recreational activities are missed because of use

Alcohol/Substance Tolerance:

• need for increased amounts of alcohol or substance to achieve the desired effect
• diminished effects with continued