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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Adolescent Health
  • Substance Abuse Prevention

Background:

  • Rising Ecstasy use among adolescents necessitates targeted prevention strategies.
  • School-based programs offer a viable platform for universal harm-minimisation interventions.
  • Existing curricula lacked specific modules for Ecstasy prevention in Australian schools.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development of the Climate Schools: Ecstasy module.
  • To outline the formative research and planning processes.
  • To present the evidence base for the program's approach.

Main Methods:

  • Universal, school-based harm-minimisation program development.
  • Internet-delivered core content with cartoon storylines.
  • Teacher-facilitated activities reinforcing online lessons.
  • Collaborative design involving students, teachers, and health professionals.

Main Results:

  • The Climate Schools: Ecstasy module was developed in 2010.
  • The program is designed for adolescents aged 14–16 years.
  • Minimal teacher training is required for implementation.

Conclusions:

  • The Climate Schools: Ecstasy module provides an accessible, engaging, and evidence-based approach to Ecstasy prevention.
  • The program's collaborative development ensures relevance and feasibility.
  • Integration into school health curricula supports widespread adoption.