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Developing effective school-based drug abuse prevention programs
1University of Northern Colorado, Department of Community Health & Nutrition, Greeley 80639, USA. kathy.zavela@unco.edu
Objective:
To research effective drug prevention strategies for school-aged populations from drug prevention programs funded by the USDHHS Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP).
Method:
Nine directors and staff members from model CSAP-funded programs were interviewed.
Results:
Fifteen strategies that focus on building trusted relationships, selecting well-qualified staff using existing communication networks, and providing timely evaluation feedback are discussed, with examples from the agencies cited.
Conclusion:
Formulating effective partnerships that support both the goals of the outside agency with drug prevention resources and the mission of a school can contribute toward effective school-based drug prevention programs.