Reading Assignment for Section 6.2

Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 6.2: Drug Education and Prevention Programs.

What You Will Learn

In this section, you’ll learn how education and prevention programs play a vital role in reducing substance use and promoting healthier communities. You’ll compare major programs like D.A.R.E. and LifeSkills Training, examining their strategies and effectiveness. By the end, you’ll understand the challenges of implementing these initiatives and how successful models like the Icelandic Prevention Model contribute to long-term community resilience.

Student Learning Outcomes for Section 6.2: Drug Education and Prevention Programs

• SLO 1: Explain the importance of early intervention and education in reducing substance use and promoting healthier communities.
• SLO 2: Compare major drug prevention programs such as D.A.R.E., Keepin’ it REAL, and LifeSkills Training, analyzing their approaches and effectiveness.
• SLO 3: Identify the challenges faced in implementing drug prevention programs, including funding limitations, cultural barriers, and balancing realistic education with scare tactics.
• SLO 4: Evaluate the impact of prevention programs targeting youth, including the role of interactive learning and parental involvement in fostering long-term behavior change.
• SLO 5: Assess how programs like the Icelandic Prevention Model and Project ALERT exemplify successful strategies in reducing substance use and building community resilience.

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