作者: Gilbert J. Botvin , Kenneth W. Griffin
DOI: 10.1002/YD.20086
关键词: Poison control 、 Social psychology 、 Academic achievement 、 Substance abuse 、 Applied psychology 、 Medicine 、 Social learning theory 、 Social competence 、 Suicide prevention 、 Social skills 、 Human factors and ergonomics
摘要: Research concerning the etiology and prevention of substance misuse has led to development preventive interventions that are theory-based effective. One such approach, Life Skills Training (LST), targets key etiologic factors using a conceptual framework derived from social learning theory problem behavior theory. LST been extensively tested in series randomized trials found effective preventing use/misuse alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, other psychoactive drugs. demonstrates it is when implemented under different delivery conditions, by program providers, with age groups, populations. Follow-up studies provide evidence long-term effectiveness LST. Independent economic analysis indicates produces cost savings as much $38 for every dollar invested. Finally, offers potential reducing health risk behaviors fostering academic success.