Risk Factors

Risk factors are conditions or life experiences that increase the chances that a person may develop a SUD. These risks can be historical and/or current. Click e…

Protective factors are strengths or supports that reduce the likelihood of substance misuse. Click each tile to learn more about application in IDD/A settings.

Risk factors for IDD/A are the biological, environmental, or social conditions that increase the likelihood of these disabilities developing. Click each tile to…