Constantly questioning amidst practice
Medical interventions, social support, and even slightly coercive administrative measures may all be directions for action taken at different stages. Working on the front lines, oscillating between theory and position, one can sometimes be exhausted by limited energy. However, rather than simply rejecting this (as tempting as such a choice may be), sorting through the working links, shaping a consensus for dialogue, and identifying elements that can be utilized or adjusted is the pragmatic and long-term solution. Because of this, this book does not aim to offer an action guide; instead, through the framework descriptions of regulations and counseling expertise as well as the sharing of experiences, it encourages more people to step forward, move toward the next stage, and explore further possibilities from within.

Regarding the issue of substance use among youth, practitioners are currently facing legal and paradigm shifts. To support frontline teachers in responding to "administrative counseling first" and lawfully addressing the needs of social welfare and judicial authorities, this book brings together partners who have long cultivated youth work, ranging from theater workers, juvenile investigators and probation officers, counseling psychologists, guidance counselors, peers with lived experience, university professors, lawyers, and social workers. Together, they focus on school-based early intervention measures, hoping to present possible frameworks for thinking about these issues through personal accounts. Grounded in legal and counseling knowledge, and drawing from the description of phenomena and problems, the book provides a language for teachers and students to dialogue with one another, while stimulating more imagination and practices through the sharing of experiences and stories.

"Substance-Using Youth: School Regulations and Counseling Practices for Teachers"

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Finally, a book can deliver organized knowledge to teachers in schools, including "how to initiate dialogue with substance-using students," "the system and space for handling student substance use on campus," and "understanding of the Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act." The authors of this book approach the subject from psychological, spatial, legal, and various other dimensions,用心 thoughtfully using situational contexts and extensive dialogue, supplemented by relevant laws and the clarification of legality. I believe it is a very practical knowledge tool for frontline teachers and mentors. —— Lee Hsie-li, Chief Operating Officer of The Reporter

The consistent spirit or attitude of this book is the hope that readers can truly grasp the information provided herein, thereby actively helping students in distress to escape the quagmire and be reborn. —— Professor Li Mao-sheng

Between the lines, the authors gently tell readers, "Don't be afraid, you can do this." They not only guide educators on handling methods in different contexts, but also allow all youth workers to jointly review the gaps and discrepancies between regulatory systems and practical implementation. —— CEO Chang Yu-meng

"Substance-Using Youth" offers a brand new perspective. In addition to discussing regulations, types, and counseling techniques related to substance use, between the lines it also tells us that every student is worthy of our care, and every student has a story behind them. This is not only a book about student substance use, but also a book about love, care, and understanding. —— Dr. Li Chun-hung

Teachers need more knowledge and methods when assisting students. After discussion, everyone decided to compile a manual like "Teacher, You Can Also Do This," allowing frontline teachers to understand substance use issues, legal regulations, and institutional operations, while providing necessary reminders for practical approaches, in the hope of helping teachers facing substance-using youth to no longer feel helpless and confused. —— Attorney Huang Hsu-tian