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Article: Problem behaviors in adolescents.(Continuing Nursing Education Series)
- Article from:
- Pediatric Nursing
- Article date:
- January 1, 2007
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Adolescents are at high risk for the development of problem behaviors that are distressing and socially disruptive (Bartlett, Holditch-Davis, & Belyea, 2005; Brooks, 1997). Some problem behaviors, such as having multiple sex partners, can result in problems for the individual, and others, such as stealing or using weapons, can result in problems for others as well as the adolescent, and can lead to involvement with the legal system. Thus, problem behaviors in adolescents can have serious consequences for the adolescents, their family and friends, their schools, and society. Child and adolescent health practitioners frequently report that problem behaviors are the most ...