Factors influencing drug addiction and rehabilitation treatment for juveniles at Abu Dhabi juvenile care centre
The rising incidence of drug addiction and drug-related crimes among juveniles in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become a growing concern. Therefore, there is a need to conduct a study of the factors contributing to this trend. While numerous studies on juvenile addiction have been conducted in...
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| Format: | Thesis |
| Language: | English English |
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2024
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| Online Access: | http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/28222/1/Factors%20influencing%20drug%20addiction%20and%20rehabilitation%20treatment%20for%20juveniles%20at%20Abu%20Dhabi%20juvenile%20care%20centre.pdf http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/28222/2/Factors%20influencing%20drug%20addiction%20and%20rehabilitation%20treatment%20for%20juveniles%20at%20Abu%20Dhabi%20juvenile%20care%20centre.pdf |
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| Summary: | The rising incidence of drug addiction and drug-related crimes among juveniles in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become a growing concern. Therefore, there is a need to conduct a study of the factors contributing to this trend. While numerous studies on juvenile addiction have been conducted in the Western countries, research on the individual, peers, family and social influences on drug addiction among the UAE’s youth is still scarce. Furthermore, in an era of digitalization, the role of social media in drug addiction remains largely unexplored, as do the treatment and recovery facilitation provided by rehabilitation centers. This study aims to address these gaps by exploring the individual, peer, parental, family, social, and social media factors influencing drug addiction. It also seeks to study the treatment programs available and their efficacy in facilitating recovery among juveniles. Employing a qualitative
case study methodology, this research was conducted at the Juvenile Care Center (JCC) in the UAE, involving interviews with ten juvenile inmates and two social workers. Additionally, an analysis of documents detailing the implementation of programs at the JCC was carried out. The data were analyzed qualitatively using thematic analysis. The findings indicate that the factors influencing juvenile drug addiction can be categorized based on the stages of initiation of drug use, drug use behavior, and the consequences of such behaviors.
This study identified that treatment and facilitation of recovery at the JCC are focused on behavior modification through integrated awareness and discipline, comprehensive skill development, health and behavior modification, robust support and monitoring systems, and the monitoring of progress and facilitation of re-entry into society. This study emphasizes the need for a multi-tiered, culturally sensitive approach to addressing juvenile drug addiction in the UAE. Treatment programs that incorporate an understanding of the various influences at each stage of addiction can offer more effective support and a higher chance of successful reintegration for juveniles This study recommends that policymakers, rehabilitation centers, and community leaders consider these findings in the development of targeted interventions. It suggests that incorporating culturally relevant content, especially in digital literacy and awareness programs, could mitigate the impact of social media on drug
use. Moreover, enhancing family and community support systems is crucial for the successful recovery and reintegration of affected juveniles into society. |
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