Describes Relapse Prevention as therapeutic modality, based on Social Learning Theory, used to prevent relapse for individuals who have completed treatment for substance abuse behaviors. Outlines relapse prevention theory and suggests various components of model be incorporated into alcohol education curricula. Outlines teaching strategies to…

Notes two generations of strategic thought in history of drug education. Focuses on third-generation drug education as response to failure of first two generations. Sees third generation examining existing attitudes and motivations of target audience to make direct assessment of needs. Describes evaluation of third-generation alcohol education…

Notes that many efforts have sought to identify and educate drivers about risks associated with various blood alcohol concentrations but that less attention has been given to similar risks associated with chronic alcohol abuse. Describes similarities between impairments produced by acute and chronic alcohol abuse and need for education and…

Defines performance discrepancy as the difference between someone's actual performance and his desired performance and relates this to drinking and driving behavior. Promotes examination of environmental and psychological factors which affect performance discrepancy and the application of behavior modification techniques before the adult stage is…

The problem drinking continuum was devised to illustrate different kinds of alcohol-related problems, without implying irreversibility, progression, or the presence of a unitary disease. It is one way of conceptualizing alcohol dependencies that has been fruitful in outpatient counseling, residential care, alcohol education, and training programs.…

Notes campus alcohol abuse presents campus administrators with a myriad of problems and seemingly conflicting goals. Suggests a systemic campus response, informed by applicable statutes and court decisions. Concludes that colleges are confronted by an urgent opportunity in the field of alcohol awareness. (Author/ABL)

Introduces concepts in support of technology having potential to revitalize alcohol education efforts. Sees Bandura's self-efficacy theory as offering direction for reconceptualizing design of prevention programs and measurement of program effects. Describes computer-assisted instruction program integrating computer-assisted instruction and…

This document presents materials covering the television campaign against drunk driving called "TEAM" (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management). It is noted that TEAM's purpose is to promote effective alcohol management in public facilities and other establishments that serve alcoholic beverages. TEAM sponsors are listed, including…

Discusses how the media portray alcohol and drinking and how to change media performance. Presents some findings in abbreviated form for several media and suggests a model for working with the media in the interests of alcohol education. (Author)

Describes application of computer-assisted instruction to alcohol education. Presents computer program "If You Drink," which contains five modules that teach about effects of alcohol, blood alcohol content, drinking and driving, decision making about drinking, and interactions between alcohol and commonly prescribed medications. (Author)

Reviews variables influencing adolescent drinking and its consequences. Describes unique educational technique "Teams-Games-Tournaments," which by emphasizing self-management teaches adolescents about alcohol use and misuse. Discusses evaluation of method which showed students and teachers liked the method better than traditional methods of…

Notes that, while prevention of alcoholism and alcohol abuse has become a national priority, actual programs designed to prevent alcohol abuse among youths assault the sensibilities and cherished values of adults. Describes political aspects of alcohol education and mechanisms within which to recognize and abate program subversion. (Author)

Discusses the design and implementation of alcohol and drug education efforts and programs, presenting necessary concepts for effective programing. Outlines philosophy and policy statements. Presents prevention goals and interpretation of goals into program content and methodology. Details aspects of program evaluation and advocates the need for…

Colleges and universities have refuted Secretary of Education William J. Bennett's charges that they are not combatting drug abuse on campus. Another study has found that college policies concerning alcohol abuse have not been supported by adequate abuse-prevention programs. (MSE)

Investigated effects of an alcohol education module on college students' attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors related to alcohol use. The module favorably affected knowledge and degree of responsibility in attitudes towards alcohol. No significant difference was found on negative behavior consequences experienced by each group within three months…