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Peer-Led Alcohol Education program: a pharmacy student-led program for seventh-graders.
L A Fisher1, D M Scott, J M Chase
1Pharmacy Department, St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, N.Y., USA.
Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association (Washington, D.C. : 1996)
|February 9, 2000
Summary
The Peer-Led Alcohol Education (PLAE) program effectively educated rural seventh-graders on alcohol use. High school peer presenters were more relatable, while pharmacy students were more confident communicators.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Health
- Substance Abuse Prevention
Background:
- Adolescent alcohol use remains a significant public health concern.
- Effective prevention strategies are crucial for early intervention.
- Peer-led education models show promise in engaging young audiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the Peer-Led Alcohol Education (PLAE) program's impact on seventh-grade students' alcohol use.
- To compare the effectiveness of presentations delivered by pharmacy students versus high school peer presenters.
Main Methods:
- The PLAE program was implemented in 11 rural Nebraska middle schools.
- Presentations focused on normative beliefs, personal values, and pledging.
- Evaluation compared outcomes for students receiving presentations from peer and pharmacy student educators.
Main Results:
- 342 seventh-grade students participated in the PLAE program.
- Pharmacy students demonstrated greater confidence and communication effectiveness.
- High school peer presenters exhibited a superior ability to connect with and engage seventh-graders.
Conclusions:
- Rural seventh-grade students found the PLAE program's information valuable for decision-making regarding alcohol.
- The study highlights the importance of relatable communication in adolescent health education.
- Both peer and professional educators can contribute to effective alcohol prevention programs.
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