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Challenges in implementing school-based drug prevention programs led by law enforcement officers
Juliana Y Valente1, Julia D Gusmões1, Rodrigo Garcia-Cerde1
1Department of Preventive Medicine, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Rua Botucatu, 740-Vila Clementino, São Paulo 04023-062, Brazil.
Health Education Research
|December 3, 2024
Summary
Law enforcement officers (LEOs) face challenges implementing school-based drug prevention programs due to police devaluation and school community issues. Improved training and alternative delivery methods are crucial for effective evidence-based practices.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Criminology
- Education
Background:
- School-based drug prevention programs are often delivered by law enforcement officers (LEOs) in the US and Brazil.
- Limited research exists on the specific challenges LEOs encounter when implementing these programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the challenges affecting the implementation of school-based drug prevention programs delivered by LEOs.
- To explore LEO and student perspectives on program delivery.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing 31 semi-structured interviews with LEOs.
- 8 focus groups with 80 students who participated in the DARE-Keepin' it REAL program.
- Thematic analysis of all collected data.
Main Results:
- LEOs reported devaluation within police corporations, leading to resource limitations and resistance from commanders.
- Challenges arose from police-school community relationships, with varied student responses based on grade level.
- LEOs' policing experiences influenced their delivery, sometimes deviating from program content.
Conclusions:
- Implementing school-based drug prevention programs via LEOs presents significant challenges.
- Alternative delivery strategies and enhanced LEO training are necessary for evidence-based program alignment.
- Addressing systemic issues within police organizations and improving school-police collaboration is vital.
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