[ANSWERED 2023] Research the range of contemporary issues

Written By: Dan Palmer, RN

Edited By: Ethan Green, MSN-FNP

Research the range of contemporary issues teenagers face today. In a 500-750-word paper, choose one issue (besides teen pregnancy)

Research the range of contemporary issues teenagers face today. In a 500-750-word paper, choose one issue (besides teen pregnancy) and discuss its effect on adolescent behavior and overall well-being. Include the following in your submission:

Describe the contemporary issue and explain what external stressors are associated with this issue.
Outline assessment strategies to screen for this issue and external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient. Describe what additional assessment questions you would need to ask and define the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian.
Discuss support options for adolescents encountering external stressors. Include specific support options for the contemporary issue you presented.

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Rubric Criteria

Total90 points

Criterion	1. Unsatisfactory	2. Insufficient	3. Approaching	4. Acceptable	5. Target
Mechanics of Writing Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc.	0 points Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.	4.05 points Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.	4.27 points Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.	4.81 points Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.	5.4 points No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.
Thesis, Position, or Purpose Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.	0 points The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate audience is evident.	4.73 points The thesis, position, or purpose is unfocused or confused. There is very little awareness of the intended audience.	4.98 points The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience.	5.61 points The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately presented. An awareness of the appropriate audience is demonstrated.	6.3 points The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly directed to a specific audience.
Development, Structure, and Conclusion Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development.	0 points No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered.	4.73 points Writing lacks logical progression of the thesis, position, or purpose. Some organization is attempted, but ideas are disconnected. Conclusion is unclear and not supported by the overall development of the purpose.	4.98 points Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose.	5.61 points The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.	6.3 points The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and logical conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.
Contemporary Issue and Associated External Stressors A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are provided.	0 points A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are omitted or inaccurate.	16.88 points A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue lack detail or are incomplete.	17.78 points A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are present.	20.03 points A detailed description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are present.	22.5 points A thorough and accurate description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are present.
Support Options for Adolescents Encountering External Stressors A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is provided.	0 points A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is omitted or inaccurate.	13.5 points A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented lacks detail and is incomplete.	14.22 points A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue is present.	16.02 points A detailed of includes support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is present.	18 points A thorough and accurate discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is present.
Assessment Strategies to Screen for the Issue and External Stressors An outline includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is provided.	0 points An outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is omitted or inaccurate. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian lacks detail or is omitted or inaccurate.	16.88 points An outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, lacks detail or is incomplete. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian lacks sufficient detail or is incomplete.	17.78 points An outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is present. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is present.	20.03 points A detailed outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is present. A detailed definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is present.	22.5 points A thorough and accurate outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is present. A thorough and accurate definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is present.
Evidence Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives.	0 points Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies entirely on the perspective of the writer.	4.05 points Evidence is limited or irrelevant. The interpretation of other perspectives is superficial or incorrect.	4.27 points Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or integration of other perspectives is present.	4.81 points Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used.	5.4 points Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Relevant perspectives of others are clearly considered.
Format/Documentation Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.	0 points Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.	2.7 points Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident.	2.84 points Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors.	3.2 points Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.	3.6 points No errors in formatting or documentation are present.

Criterion

1. Unsatisfactory

2. Insufficient

3. Approaching

4. Acceptable

5. Target

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc.

0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.

4.05 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.

4.27 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.

4.81 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.

5.4 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

Thesis, Position, or Purpose

Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.

0 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate audience is evident.

4.73 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is unfocused or confused. There is very little awareness of the intended audience.

4.98 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience.

5.61 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately presented. An awareness of the appropriate audience is demonstrated.

6.3 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly directed to a specific audience.

Development, Structure, and Conclusion

Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development.

0 points

No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered.

4.73 points

Writing lacks logical progression of the thesis, position, or purpose. Some organization is attempted, but ideas are disconnected. Conclusion is unclear and not supported by the overall development of the purpose.

4.98 points

Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose.

5.61 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.

6.3 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and logical conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.

Contemporary Issue and Associated External Stressors

A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are provided.

0 points

A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are omitted or inaccurate.

16.88 points

A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue lack detail or are incomplete.

17.78 points

A description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are present.

20.03 points

A detailed description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are present.

22.5 points

A thorough and accurate description of the contemporary issue and explanation of what external stressors are associated with the issue are present.

Support Options for Adolescents Encountering External Stressors

A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is provided.

0 points

A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is omitted or inaccurate.

13.5 points

A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented lacks detail and is incomplete.

14.22 points

A discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue is present.

16.02 points

A detailed of includes support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is present.

18 points

A thorough and accurate discussion of support options for adolescents encountering external stressor and specific support options for the contemporary issue presented is present.

Assessment Strategies to Screen for the Issue and External Stressors

An outline includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is provided.

0 points

An outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is omitted or inaccurate. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian lacks detail or is omitted or inaccurate.

16.88 points

An outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, lacks detail or is incomplete. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian lacks sufficient detail or is incomplete.

17.78 points

An outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is present. A definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is present.

20.03 points

A detailed outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is present.

A detailed definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is present.

22.5 points

A thorough and accurate outline that includes assessment strategies to screen for the issue, including external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient and a description of what additional assessment questions one would need to ask, is present. A thorough and accurate definition of the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian is present.

Evidence

Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives.

0 points

Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies entirely on the perspective of the writer.

4.05 points

Evidence is limited or irrelevant. The interpretation of other perspectives is superficial or incorrect.

4.27 points

Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or integration of other perspectives is present.

4.81 points

Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used.

5.4 points

Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Relevant perspectives of others are clearly considered.

Format/Documentation

Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.

0 points

Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.

2.7 points

Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident.

2.84 points

Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors.

3.2 points

Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.

3.6 points

No errors in formatting or documentation are present.

Expert Answer and Explanation

Adolescence Contemporary Issues and Resources

Drug Abuse

One of the main contemporary issues affecting adolescents in the present age is drug abuse among teenagers. Teenagers are set to undergo a transformation where they are changing their physical and mental aperture to become self-aware. These changes also affect the nature in which they experiment with new attributes, culture, and the need to fit in within the acceptable peers (Yin, 2019).

Drug abuse tends to be one of the major aspects that teenagers can experiment with despite various societies having regulations on alcohol use and sale. As a teenager, the majority of individuals are trying out new aspects of life and experimenting with acquiring independence as an adult. In general, drug abuse entails the inappropriate use of drugs to acquire stimulation or other forms of ecstasy.

While a teenager, the thought of becoming stimulated or achieving a higher form of ecstasy can be overwhelming and lead to drug abuse, among other contemporary vices (Yin, 2019). There are various external stressors that can be associated with the issue.

External Stressors

External stressors comprise the factors outside the control of the individual that might make an adolescent indulge in drug abuse. The main external stressors related to drug abuse is the aspect of peer pressure among colleagues (Rougemont-Bücking 2017). An Adolescent who interacts with other teenagers who indulge in the behavior can be lured or feel the urge to abuse drugs to fit in with the group.

There is also the societal acceptance of some drugs and alcohol, which might create a perception of safe-to-use. An individual with low self-esteem and easily conforms to societal expectations can become a victim of the external stressors to become a victim of drug abuse.

Assessment Strategies

Drug abuse often leads to addiction among users of various drugs. Assessing for drug use requires an interaction between the care provider and the patient to conduct a physical analysis of various symptoms associated with the addition or general drug use. For instance, addiction to alcohol or cigarette, or marijuana would lead to a patient having shaky hands whenever they have not used the drug or substance (Yusuf, & Okanlawon, 2019).

Other assessment measures to be taken include the analysis of the patient’s thought process, withdrawal symptoms, and other issues related to addiction issues such as stress or depression. To identify the external stressors, there is a need to question the patient on the external environment that they live-in and how he responds to pressure.

The information collected will be confidential to the patient, but since they are below the adult age limit, the general information will be shared with the guardians except for the specifics of the condition that would violate the privacy of the patient.

Support Options

Addressing the issue of drug abuse and external stressors associated with it requires support and availability of resources to facilitate recovery. The main support system is to undertake therapy sessions with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral therapy, which would inform on proper skills, behavior, and informed decision making (Haruna et al., 2018).

The patient can also be enrolled in support groups that have patients with similar issues and are on the road to recovery. These support options can also be extrapolated in dealing with external stressors. Other issues include acquiring friends that are able to offer better guidance and peer companions. The cumulative support options would then be effective for the recovery process.

References

Haruna, M. O., Namadi, M. M., Dunkrah, B. L., Zamfara, M. I., & Dangiwa, A. L. (2018). Substance abuse among youths in Kashere town: A theoretical and empirical analysis. International Journal of Development and Management Review, 13(1).

Rougemont-Bücking, A., Grazioli, V. S., Daeppen, J. B., Gmel, G., & Studer, J. (2017). Family-related stress versus external stressors: Differential impacts on alcohol and illicit drug use in young men. European addiction research, 23(6), 284-297.

Yin, S. (2019). Adolescents and drug abuse: 21st century synthetic substances. Clinical Pediatric Emergency Medicine, 20(1), 17-24.

Yusuf, F. A., & Okanlawon, A. E. (2019). Assessment of secondary school students’ knowledge and attitude towards drug abuse: implications for counselling. Educational Journal of the University of Patras UNESCO Chair.

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