Identifying and helping patients who use marijuana.
The physician who suspects that a minor is using marijuana has the responsibility to confirm the diagnosis and to discuss the findings with the patient and parents in a firm, supportive, nonjudgmental manner. Intervention includes ensuring appropriate referral for rehabilitation and providing for follow-up care. Educating the entire family about chemical dependency and monitoring the patient to ensure abstinence from marijuana use are important steps in this process.
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Vienna Pediatric Associates, Ltd., VA 22180.
D000293:Adolescent; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D002189:Marijuana Abuse / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy