Presents an annotated bibliography designed to systematize and document alcohol education materials. Provides annotations (N=176) of alcohol education publications and identifies areas not covered by the literature. Classifies each item by main concept and includes audience levels, type of publication, and presentation. (JAC)

Results of pre- and posttest measurements of self-concept of recovering alcoholics and former drug addicts (N=156) over a 25-month period exhibited a statistically significant improvement on all scales of the Tennessee Self-Concept Scale. (Author)

Provides annotations of 218 alcohol-education publications including books, curriculum guides, paperbacks, pamphlets, leaflets, and periodicals. Cites bibliographic information, cost, target audience, and main concepts/major contents. (Author)

Explores the educational implications of a specific survey on the nature and extent of adolescent alcohol and drug use. Describes findings of the survey and related educational implications, highlighting major areas of concern for alcohol and drug education. (Author/RC)

Discusses systems theory applied to alcoholism programing which enables programers to analyze a project for maximum system effectiveness. It is suggested that generating scarce resources, especially clients, and having appropriate services, calls for extensive interorganizational linkages and for sensitive interaction with the environment. (Author)

Literature suggests that the factual approach to drug education may cause an increase in drug usage. The pharmacological approach was used in a college drug education course, and an assessment of students' drug consumption was made. No statistically significant changes were found for the substances surveyed. (Author)

The design, application, and evaluation of an eco-model for cigarette smoking education is proposed. (MM)

Uses longitudinal analysis to measure the effectiveness of the Drug Abuse Resistance Program (D.A.R.E.) in a rural Tennessee school system. Results suggest that time, rather than D.A.R.E. participation, produced lower frequencies of alcohol and drug use. Additionally, adolescents did not report a delay in the use of alcohol or drugs, offering…

Explores the relationship between participants' (N=76) perceptions of federally-funded substance abuse prevention training and participants' application of these programs. Most participants (98.7%) gave favorable assessments of the training. Analysis of training application indicates that learning application is influenced by the learner's…

Identifies and critiques studies regarding chemical dependency training within schools of nursing. The few research efforts in this area possessed methodological shortcomings, and schools of nursing generally provided minimal exposure to important concepts in addictions research. Neither the scope nor intensity of clinical instruction was…

Administered a two-year prevention program to 121 boys and girls, ages 11-12 years. Results showed partial impact of the program on proximal measures, such as self-esteem, influenceability, and knowledge of cigarettes, alcohol, and marijuana. Problem children in the prevention program became more assertive. Discusses limits of child-centered…

Presents a program targeting minority high school honor students in their junior and senior years. The program's goal is to educate youths regarding current alcohol and drug research and treatment approaches. Utilizes a mentor-based curriculum, along with lectures, laboratory sessions, a research project, workshops, and site visits. Includes a…

Examined effects of a comprehensive drug education training package on the planning, development, and implementation of drug education lessons. Results based on 205 teacher questionnaires indicate a high approval rating. A majority of teachers reported that they would recommend the program to their colleagues; one-quarter reported using it to…

Article presents findings of a qualitative study conducted with a group of 19 American Indian students. Participants in small gender-specific focus groups reported on strategies most commonly used to avoid offers of alcohol and other drugs. Primary strategies identified were redirecting, avoiding/leaving, and refusing. Implications for…

Suggests content and methodology for alcohol and drug inclusions in criminal justice education, and examines several alcohol and drug educational activities for faculty members to enhance knowledge, attitudes, and skills. Includes a list of recommended readings for criminal justice faculty. (Author/NB)