The Youth Substance Use and Risky Behavior Lab, led by Dr. Nora Charles, is a research facility based in Hattiesburg, MS. Their primary focus is to understand the reasons behind risky behaviors in children and adolescents and to develop effective strategies to reduce these behaviors. Through community-based research and collaborations with local agencies, the lab aims to make a positive impact on the lives of at-risk youth in the area.
With a team of dedicated lab members, including licensed clinical psychologists and graduate students, the Youth Substance Use and Risky Behavior Lab conducts studies on externalizing behaviors, risk-taking, substance use disorders, and the effects of stress on children and adolescents. Their research findings contribute to the advancement of clinical psychological science and promote innovation in community-based interventions for at-risk and delinquent youth.
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