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Intermediate Formal IVT

adolescent risk assessment

Systematic evaluation of behaviors and circumstances that may compromise adolescent health and safety.

Full Definition

Adolescent risk assessment involves comprehensive screening for various risk factors including substance use, unsafe sexual practices, violence exposure, self-harm behaviors, reckless driving, and other potentially harmful activities. This assessment uses validated tools and structured interviews to identify adolescents who may benefit from targeted interventions. Effective risk assessment balances thoroughness with respect for adolescent autonomy and confidentiality, while ensuring appropriate safety measures and referrals when indicated.

Usage

Usage note: Broader than single-domain assessments; implies comprehensive evaluation across multiple risk categories.

In Context

  • "Comprehensive adolescent risk assessment revealed multiple concerning behaviors requiring intervention." — Clinical documentation
  • "The provider completed adolescent risk assessment using the CRAFFT and HEEADSSS frameworks." — Clinical protocol

Also known as

risk behavior screening safety assessment

Contrasted with

protective factor assessment

Don't confuse with

suicide risk assessment violence screening substance abuse screening

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