The most effective interventions and treatments for drug-induced psychosis in adolescence

Abstract

Adolescence is a critical developmental period marked by rapid physical, emotional, and cognitive changes, making adolescents more susceptible to substance abuse. The use of evidence-based interventions in managing substance induced psychosis requires a comprehensive and multi-prolonged approach. This study aims to uncover not only the interventions that produce the best results for teenagers with drug-induced psychosis but also the processes by which these interventions might be adjusted better to match the stage of development of this age group. The clinical review question guiding this study is: What are the most effective interventions and treatments for drug-induced psychosis in adolescence?” The PEO elements consist of: Adolescents with drug induced psychosis as the population, different treatments/interventions as the exposure and the outcome being the effectiveness of interventions. The inclusion criteria included the studies published in English, peer-reviewed and published within the last ten years. On the other hand, the exclusion criteria included publication in language other than English, not peer reviewed and published more than ten years ago. The search found one randomized clinical trial study, four involved systematic reviews, and another was case-study. These were assessed and critiqued using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) and the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). The results showed that drugs such as marijuana and amphetamines poses a significant threat to adolescents. The treatment and intervention outcomes depends on many factors. Further research is required hence the recommendations for education and local practice and research, management to look out for, such as implementing Motivational Enhancement Therapy.