Alcohol problems on campuses cannot be solved with simple solutions, such as an alcohol awareness campaign. Instead, dangerous college drinking can be prevented with an array of protective measures that deal with alcohol availability, enforcement of existing laws and rules, and changes in how alcohol is promoted, sold and served. Many people,…

This guide is designed to help individuals identify and modify risks that contribute to alcohol-related problems within college and university communities. Despite general agreement among campus officials and students alike that alcohol use contributes to a range of problems confronting colleges and universities, prevention often does not command…

The focus of this pamphlet is on establishing or refining a program to provide educational services for the general student body at colleges and universities, most of whom drink alcoholic beverages during their college career. Although most of these students are not currently experiencing chronic alcohol abuse, nor will most of them develop…

Rapid ingestion of alcohol is common and unfortunately an all too frequent cause of alcohol-related death among young people. Drinking a lot of alcohol over a short amount of time may result in an alcohol overdose. This situation is a medical emergency and requires sound decision making. The information the campus community needs to know includes…

This book outlines the toll binge drinking is taking on college campuses and suggests steps that can be taken to take action against the binge drinking that has become part of college culture. The chapters of part 1, "The College Drinking Environment," are: (1) "A Culture of Alcohol"; (2) "Where's the Party?"; (3)…

Preliminary research investigating alcohol education throughout Australia was translated into a set of curriculum materials. A critical analysis of the process that was used to develop the materials and the program as a whole is presented; the stages of implementation of the program are described. The nature of the curriculum model and its…

The television program, "The Chemical People," and the organizational structure used in developing the project are introduced. The program's purpose is to inform at a local level groups that will organize meetings and workshops for community action against drug use by youth. (MD)

This article discusses the role alcohol frequently plays in instances of interpersonal violence and suggests implications for health education. Data on the extent of the problem are provided and research findings concerning the basic aggression-violence model and alcohol and aggression are reviewed. Recommendations to health educators include…

This publication is intended to provide direction to volunteers and professionals working to reduce teenage alcohol abuse through public education efforts. It includes the most recent research on the alcohol-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices of youth. It also provides information on motivating adolescents to avoid alcohol or, if they…

A Missouri high school principal noted an increase in alcohol-related incidents. He asked the student council to determine the scope of the problem and develop any program they might deem necessary. The program they developed, called "Right Life Week," is described. (MD)

Discusses materials available in the field of alcohol education and the organizations that produce them. Included is a resource list for audiovisual materials and a directory of publishers. (Author)

This bulletin is intended to help school administrators at the higher education level who are responsible for developing and institutionalizing alcohol and other drug prevention programs. Stressed is the importance of thinking about the program's long-term prospects during early stages of program planning. The information is based on interviews…

Written for American Indians who have diabetes, this folder explains diabetes and outlines a weight control program and diet. The folder discusses the five things diabetics can do to help control their disease: lose weight, watch the amount and kind of fat eaten, eat more food with fiber, avoid sugar, and avoid alcohol. Charts for foods containing…

The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism established the Task Force of the National Advisory Council on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism to review and report on the existing research on college student drinking, including the evaluation of camps and community policies, prevention programs, and early intervention strategies. This review…

Based on a program which was developed in Maine, this guide provides specific suggestions for establishing a new "tradition" of substance-free celebration at graduation and prom parties for high school students. An introduction discusses the dangers of drinking at high school parties, the benefits of alcohol and drug-free parties, and…