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Cognitive behavioural therapy for substance abuse in young offenders

Campbell A, Macdonald G, Minozzi S, Gardner E, Taylor B
Published Online: 
November 10, 2010
This is the protocol for a review and there is no abstract. The objectives are as follows:

To assess the effectiveness of CBT in reducing substance abuse and criminal behaviour for young (10-21 years) male and female offenders in secure establishments.

To assess the effectiveness of CBT in reducing substance abuse and criminal behaviour for young (10-21 years) male and female offenders in community-based settings.

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