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WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED ABOUUT YOUTH ANTI-DRINKING PROGRAMS?

M E Vegega, Michael D. Klitzner

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This study examined assumptions and premises underlying operating programs to prevent youth from driving while intoxicated (DWI). Results from program reviews and 12 site visits suggest a move is occurring toward multicomponent programs addressing multiple levels of social, psychological, and structural influence on drinking and driving. It is concluded that despite these trends, programs generally lacked a strong theoretical base and tended to view problems as located within the individual. Few programs provided adequate evaluations of their activities. Positive program features included staff dedication, energy, commitment to reducing DWI risk, and resourcefulness in gaining community support.

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This study examined assumptions and premises underlying operating programs to prevent youth from driving while intoxicated (DWI). Results from program reviews and 12 site visits suggest a move is occurring toward multicomponent programs addressing multiple levels of social, psychological, and structural influence on drinking and driving. It is concluded that despite these trends, programs generally lacked a strong theoretical base and tended to view problems as located within the individual. Few programs provided adequate evaluations of their activities. Positive program features included staff dedication, energy, commitment to reducing DWI risk, and resourcefulness in gaining community support.

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This study examined assumptions and premises underlying operating programs to prevent youth from driving while intoxicated (DWI). Results from program reviews and 12 site visits suggest a move is occurring toward multicomponent programs addressing multiple levels of social, psychological, and structural influence on drinking and driving. It is concluded that despite these trends, programs generally lacked a strong theoretical base and tended to view problems as located within the individual. Few programs provided adequate evaluations of their activities. Positive program features included staff dedication, energy, commitment to reducing DWI risk, and resourcefulness in gaining community support.

Key concepts: Psychology, Applied psychology, Suicide prevention, Human factors and ergonomics, Environmental health, Program evaluation, Poison control, Public relations

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