A Qualitative Exploratory Study of Substance Abuse Prevention Outcomes in a Heterogeneous Prevention System.

Clapp, John D.; Early, Theresa J.

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Publication Date: 1999

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A Qualitative Exploratory Study of Substance Abuse Prevention Outcomes in a Heterogeneous Prevention System.

Clapp, John D.; Early, Theresa J.

Journal of Drug Education, v29 n3 p217-33 1999

Reports on Nevada's substance abuse prevention programs for youth. The overall prevention system in the state espouses a "risk and resiliency" approach. Analysis of the programs, using a focus group methodology, yields findings about potential outcomes as well as implicit program theories. Implications for planning and further evaluation are discussed. (Author/MKA)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Drinking, Focus Groups, Intervention, Prevention, Program Evaluation, Resilience (Personality), Risk, Substance Abuse, Theories, Tobacco

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Nevada

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