Dr. Douglas Smith, Director of the Center for Prevention Research and Development at the University of Illinois, discusses the perceptions and definitions of recovery among youth. Drawing insights from the Illinois Youth Survey, Dr. Smith explains why only 5% of surveyed Illinois youth consider themselves in recovery, compared to the 8% national average for adults. We discussed why mobile apps have proven to be relatively ineffective for mental health treatment for adolescents, and how schools, communities, and healthcare systems can support diverse recovery pathways. He also shares insights from his new book, "Motivational Interviewing with Families," offering a fresh perspective on supporting youth in their recovery journeys.
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Youth Recovery: Redefining Perceptions with Dr. Douglas Smith
Youth Recovery: Redefining Perceptions with Dr. Douglas Smith
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Conversations with scientists, clinicians, thought leaders, end users (business leaders, agency heads, practitioners) and people (“profiles in resilience”) on real-world integrated health solutions and their impact on recovery, resilience and the realization of human/organizational potential.
Conversations with scientists, clinicians, thought leaders, end users (business leaders, agency heads, practitioners) and people (“profiles in resilience”) on real-world integrated health solutions and their impact on recovery, resilience and the realization of human/organizational potential. 
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