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The primary purpose of NATWC is to support the establishment and continuation of therapeutic wilderness camping organizations; with the attendant responsibility to educate the public as to the existence of such organizations and their success in helping troubled young people change their lives for the better.

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Archive for October, 2009

Regular Assessment and Evaluation in Teen Substance Abuse Recovery

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Teens may develop addictions to a variety of substances, ranging from over-the-counter or prescription medications, to alcohol or illegal drugs. Substance abuse affects every aspect of a teen’s life, from family involvement to academic performance. Effective treatment of adolescent substance abuse generally includes multiple strategies:

Individual therapy, also known as talk therapy
Gender-specific group therapy
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