The Social Construction of Risk: The Case of Adolescent Use of Psychoactive Substances.

Young people who use psychoactive substances are often viewed through a stereotypical lens by adult society. Any risk prevention policy must begin by moving beyond these assumptions and taking into account the users themselves, their expectations, and their capabilities.

Author(s): Peretti-watel Patrick

Publishing year: 2014

Pages: 15-16

Health in Action, 2014, n° 429, p. 15-16

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