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Prevention of the use of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs
Prevention of the use of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs

Author(s): Pilar Jiménez Santander
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Education, Psychology, School education
Published by: Шуменски университет »Епископ Константин Преславски«
Keywords: health education; school-based prevention of drug use; tobacco; alcohol; risk factors; protective factors

Summary/Abstract: The article addresses challenges related to the prevention of the use of psychoactive substances in adolescence. Risks and protective factors for drug use in this age group are presented. Structural and substantive aspects of school prevention programs are indicated. The goals, basic principles and content of prevention programs are analyzed in more detail. The role of teachers and opportunities for partnership with parents and other stakeholders are presented. Methods and techniques for the implementation of preventive activities are analyzed. Good practices are summarized.