100820: Principles of Prevention in Youth Substance Abuse Programs

About the Course:

This course examines the frameworks used as guidelines for prevention of youth substance abuse by the state of Oregon. The universal, selective, and indicated models are presented and discussed, as well as the risk and protective factor framework. The Center For Substance Abuse Prevention Strategies are also presented.

Author

Oregon Department of Health Services

Recommended For:

This course is recommended for health care professionals, especially addiction counselors, psychologists, mental health counselors, social workers, and nurses who seek knowledge about youth substance abuse prevention. It is appropriate for an intermediate level of participants’ knowledge.

Course Objectives:

1. Name youth substance abuse principles utilized by the state of Oregon.

2. Explain the guiding principles of prevention systems in Oregon.

3. Evaluate comprehensive plans and how they are utilized and incorporated when dealing with youth substance abuse issues.