Aim: This article examines the impact of new psychoactive substances (NPS) on drug service interventions using a case study of professional practitioners in South East England. We assess how professionals seek to develop an innovative approach towards providing 'sensible drug information.' Methodology: The research methods include observations,…

This article explores the perceived effectiveness of personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education in primary and secondary schools. It outlines the relationship between perceived effectiveness and a range of explanatory factors, linking these to the values and ethos of schools, differing views of the purposes of PSHE education, and…

The potential for a contribution to be made by further education colleges to reduce drug- and alcohol-related harm has recently been recognized at a national level. Little is known, however, about the extent of actual drug- and alcohol-related activities taking place. A national survey for England was undertaken via a semi-structured interview…

Case study of drug education and prevention in England examines issues related to interagency practice and professional collaboration within the context of changing governance. (Contains 30 references.)(PKP)

Examined English parents' concerns, needs, and knowledge of drug issues related to their children and parents' perspective on drug education. Found that parents are largely misinformed about drug situations, request accurate information, are unaware of school drug policies and programs, and believe drug education should begin at late primary…

Discusses activities undertaken in pharmacologist's laboratories and the prerequisites for admission to a degree study. Indicates that pharmacology is a new science but deals with drugs existing since the dawn of history. (CC)

An integrated final year course was introduced in the department in the 1973-74 academic year. The background to this course, a brief summary of the subjects taught, and commentary on the results of this change are offered. (LBH)

Discusses results of the first survey of an entire English county of parents' knowledge of drugs and drug issues, embracing parents of younger as well as older children. Asserts that results establish need for more coordinated, informed, and systematic guidance to parents and a strengthened relationship between school drug programs and parents.…

Explores the expectations of adolescents about their future cigarette, alcohol and illicit drug use. Results found that adolescents had unrealistic beliefs about future substance use. Very few non-users believed they would initiate illicit-drug use whilst current users believed they would continue to use. Many young people were uncertain about…

Provides a detailed evaluation of a recent initiative in the field of drug education through Theatre in Education (TIE) carried out by a local education authority in England. Explains that in this project, students from secondary schools devised and performed their own TIE pieces for local primary school children. Discusses project's rationale and…

In order to identify and document Local Education Authority (LEA) policies and practices in relation to drug misuse and drugs education, a questionnaire was designed which examined: (1) LEA policy development and adoption; (2) staff with designated responsibility to coordinate and implement policies; (3) working parties and subcommittees; (4)…

Examines strategies to prevent or reduce the use of drugs by young people. Claims that young people need to be given the opportunity to examine attitudes and develop skills in making decisions about drug use. Suggests that drug education needs to start early and should take account of what young people already know about drugs. (MOK)

Objective: To investigate the process, implementation, and short-term outcomes of a drug education programme (SPICED) introduced in Kirklees schools, West Yorkshire. Design: A retrospective evaluation using mixed methods. Setting: Ten primary schools in West Yorkshire. Methods: Interviews with professionals, survey of parents, focus groups with…

The knowledge needed by nurses to educate patients and their caregivers on medication use was examined to provide policymakers, practitioners, and others with the information needed to plan nursing education programs in England. The study focused on the following topics: the contributions of nurses to medication education; their preparation for…