NCJ Number
131625
Journal
Journal of Alcohol and Drug Education Volume: 36 Issue: 2 Dated: (Winter 1991) Pages: 1-11
Date Published
1991
Length
11 pages
Annotation
This study used ethnographic methodology to explore how a drug and alcohol aftercare case management service for adolescents contributed to three expected service outcomes: (1) maintenance of the teenagers' drug and alcohol free behavior; (2) adherence to the teenagers' aftercare plans; and (3) participation of the schools and families as stipulated in the aftercare plans.
Abstract
In the analysis, four groups of adolescents were identified: testers, coasters, retreaters, and rebellers. For each there is a different pattern of outcome results. Results indicated that the aftercare service contributed to the expected outcomes by helping the teenagers: (1) receive appropriate aftercare services; (2) build and connect with a support system; and (3) equalize the relationships between schools, treatment programs, families, and community organizations. Implications for the provision of aftercare services to youth are explored. 5 references (Author abstract)