8. T or F: Adolescents with histories of physical and/or sexual and emotional trauma represent 93% of patients in psychiatric units and 75% of clients in substance use treatment facilities.

Answer

The correct answer is True. Extensive research in adolescent mental health and substance abuse treatment consistently demonstrates that a very high percentage of adolescents admitted to psychiatric inpatient units (approximately 93%) and substance use treatment facilities (approximately 75%) report histories of traumatic experiences, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse or neglect. Understanding this high prevalence of trauma is central to trauma-informed care models used in these facilities.