The Crossover between Substance Abuse Prevention and Schools

Series: Power of Prevention Vol. 1, Iss. 3
Topic: Schools

There is significant cross-over with the school climate model and current efforts to prevent, reduce and mitigate harm related to substance use during adolescence. Programs and interventions that address drug and alcohol use approach the issue in ways that promote safety, engage students, improve school connectedness, and foster healthy development and family involvement with a particular focus on providing programs in a culturally responsive manner.