This publication, part of the Office of National Drug Control Policys Asian Language Initiative, offers facts and answers about marijuana. It educates parents about what it is, its physical and physiological effects, slang terms, and how its used. It also identifies signs that indicate marijuana use, and provides tips for parents who want to…

Discusses ways of encouraging parents to take a larger role in the prevention of chemical dependency in their children. Describes four types of parents who may use resistance and denial before becoming involved in parent support groups: apathetic, burned-out, intimidated, and resigned. (JAC)

This Drug Enforcement Administration publication delivers clear, scientific information about drugs in a factual, straightforward way, combined with precise photographs shot to scale. The publication is intended to serve as an A to Z guide for drug history, effects, and identification information. Chapters are included on the Controlled Substances…

Considers how Joe Winston's article, "Drug Education through Creating Theatre in Education" (RIDE, 6[1]) provides a useful evaluation of an aspect of Catalyst Theatre in Health Education's work. Outlines the ways in which Catalyst has placed the arts at the center of the health promotion process. (SG)

Various areas of research related to inhalants are summarized and general guidance in dealing with this complex and urgent problem is provided. Topics include (1) "Characteristics of Inhalants," which reviews chemicals found in inhalants and common modes of administration; (2) "Defining Inhalant Use and Abuse," which includes…

These two booklets provide basic information about drugs and drug abuse and are part of a series of 22 booklets, designed specifically to help parents understand their children and help them to learn. "Let's Talk about Drug Abuse," (booklet #18), reviews foreign substances or drugs young people are often exposed to (i.e., tobacco,…

This brochure is aimed at helping Asian American and Pacific Islander adults communicate with young people about the consequences of inhalant abuse. The booklet addresses the issue of preventing youth substance abuse as part of balancing traditional values with American culture. Also explained are symptoms of inhalant use, common names and, most…

The Drug Infusion Project, sought to Discretionary Fund of the Secretary of Education, sought to infuse drug education into ongoing subjects at all grade levels and to promote thinking of drug education as being done at the same time, rather than in addition to, ongoing subjects. The background of the project came from the Department of Education…

Using a question and answer format, this booklet is designed to inform teens about the dangers of marijuana usage. Inset facts about marijuana and teen perspectives compliment the following topics: (1) What is marijuana? (2) How is marijuana used? (3) How long does marijuana stay in the user's body? (4) How many teens smoke marijuana? (5) Why do…

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 publication is a response to problems encountered with substance abuse curricula. It represents the best current thinking about drug prevention education. It shows what to look for when adopting or adapting ready-made curricula, and suggests important lessons that ought to be part of any prevention-education sequence, including those…

The rate of teenage drug abuse is at one of its lowest points in 25 years. The current "war on drugs" has overlooked a set of distinctions in its policy and in the discussions occurring in the schools. Presents the distinctions between use, abuse, and dependence. (MD)

A broad outline is provided of 12 of the basics that form the framework for any successful school antidrug program. Each one is illustrated by case studies culled from the 47 programs that received the United States Department of Education's second annual drug-free school recognition award (1988-89). (MLF)

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…

This book presents information on drug abuse and adolescents for parents and professionals. The first chapter discusses today's drug culture, tracing the evolution of drug use from the 60s, through the 70s, 80s, and 90s. The second chapter discusses adolescent chemical use. It includes a check list for signs and symptoms; description of drug…