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Johnson, K. W.; Grube, J. W.; Ogilvie, K. A.; Collins, D.; Courser, M.; Dirks, L. G.; Ogilvie, D.; Driscoll, D. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 2012
Children's misuse of harmful legal products (HLPs), including inhaling or ingesting everyday household products, prescription drugs, and over-the-counter drugs, constitutes a serious health problem for American society. This article presents a community prevention model (CPM) focusing on this problem among pre and early adolescents. The model,…
Descriptors: Substance Abuse, Drug Abuse, Inhalants, Prevention
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Brazil, Kevin; And Others – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1993
The mental health needs of children and youth with learning disabilities and their families were studied in a survey of 79 human services directors in the Toronto (Canada) area. The study illustrates the importance of involving relevant communities in planning for community needs assessment and program implementation. (SLD)
Descriptors: Administrators, Adolescents, Childhood Needs, Children
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Brandon, Paul R.; And Others – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1993
The involvement of program beneficiaries in a study of the educational problems of homeless children is described. The 3 stakeholder groups were the 9 teachers, 7 shelter staff members, and 20 homeless parents. The equitable participation of the parents was an achieved goal that enhanced evaluation findings' validity. (SLD)
Descriptors: Agenda Setting, Children, Community Involvement, Disadvantaged Youth