NCJ Number
159380
Editor(s)
V Ertle
Date Published
1995
Length
175 pages
Annotation
This volume describes exemplary drug prevention and intervention efforts in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, and Pacific territories.
Abstract
The programs are grouped into eight categories: (1) peer and youth programs; (2) student assistance programs; (3) community partnerships; (4) parent and family support programs; (5) programs honored by the United States Department of Education; (6) school district, county, and State initiatives; (7) curriculum; and (8) special events and annual practices. Each program is described with respect to its target audience, program planning, purposes, content, community alliances, indicators of success, factors believed to be responsible for the success, and contact information. The programs indicate several trends in drug prevention. The emphasis on promoting resiliency and on providing numerous opportunities for youth to take part in positive and safe activities has resulted in the creation of many more youth programs that involve mentoring, cross-age teaching, community service, and youth leadership. The increase in the number of before-school, after-school, and vacation services reflects recognition that prevention is a 24-hour task. Programs are also increasingly trying to support rather than fix parents.