Portuguese Catholic University, Portugal

Self-regulation and adolescent health

Adolescence is a period known for young people to be exposed to different experiences revolved around their health, with an emphasis on risky behaviours due to the danger they imply, as their risk perception is low. The specific characteristics of this age group oblige us to delve into various theoretical models and researches to contrast differences and adapt the possible treatments. In this symposium, four presentations will take place which pretend to analyse adolescent´s self-regulation in relation to tobacco and alcohol consumption, social and school adjustment, physical activity and clinical context. With the provided data, models and research implications can be discussed to promote health in adolescence. 

Paulo C. Dias, Auxiliar Professor at the Catholic University of Portugal. His professional practice and research is focused in adolescence, whether on school achievement or health behaviors. We can highlight the participation in some National or European funded projects dedicated to school success, problem based learning in secondary schools or plagiarism, but also Early Detection of Drug-consumption, Alcohol or Cannabis Abuse Prevention in adolescence, with results published in national and international journals.