Addiction in youth has always been a challenging public health dilemma. Our current social climate makes it difficult for those interested to truly understand and advocate for those in need. This talk will focus on looking at addiction through the lens of development and prevention.
JOSEPH LEE, MD, MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF THE YOUTH CONTINUUM
Joseph Lee, MD, has extensive experience in addiction treatment for youth and families from across the country and abroad, providing him an unparalleled perspective on emerging drug trends, co-occurring mental health conditions, and the ever-changing culture of addiction. A triple-board certified physician, Lee completed his medical degree at the University of Oklahoma, his adult psychiatry residency at Duke University Hospital, and his fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry from John Hopkins Hospital. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Addiction Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry's Substance Abuse Committee. He is also the author of Recovering My Kid: Parenting Young Adults in Treatment and Beyond, which provides a candid, helpful guide for parents in times of crisis.