Substance abuse in children: prediction, protection, and prevention

Article Abstract:

A review of the risk factors and protective factors for substance abuse in children is presented. Risk factors promoting substance abuse include substance abuse by family members, poor self-image, poor academic achievement, lack of religion, heredity, family dysfunction, abuse and parental divorce. Factors that protect against substance abuse include a nurturing family environment, good academic achievement, self-esteem and a sense of morality. A directory of pediatric substance abuse prevention programs is included.

Risk factors, Children, Teenagers, Youth, Substance abuse, Drug use

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Effect of Prednisone on Response to Influenza Virus Vaccine in Asthmatic Children

Article Abstract:

Inhaled prednisone in the treatment of acute asthma exacerbations does not appear to reduce the effectiveness of the influenza virus vaccine in children. Researchers compared the vaccine response in 19 children taking burst therapy with high-dose prednisone and 31 children taking a small maintenance dose of the drug for asthma. In 90-95% of vaccinated children, the vaccine effectively conferred immunity. The immunosuppressive drug did not alter the immunogenicity of the influenza vaccine.

Physiological aspects, Influenza vaccines, Drug therapy, Asthma in children, Childhood asthma, Prednisone

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