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Educational film series

The Adolescent Substance Abuser

Examines the prevalence of substance abuse and use in the schools; the etiology of such use/abuse; the pharmacology of abusable drugs as it relates to the physiological, psychological, and social development of youth; and methods of preventing, intervening, and/or treating substance use/abuse among youth and adolescents. Designed for teachers, counselors, and administrators in K-12 schools, as well as parents and other interested members of the community.

Titles in this series

23 films

2002 · 58m 12s

Assessment, Part 1

Focuses on assessing the adolescent substance abuser to determine the degree of impairment and potential level of care…

2002 · 58m 4s

Assessment, Part 2

This class continues the discussion on assessment from the previous class. It begins with a video insert which…

2002 · 57m 34s

Club Drugs

Rave parties, club drugs, and ecstasy are now firmly part of the adolescent culture. Club drugs and raves…

2002 · 57m 10s

Medical Complications of Drug Abuse

An overview of adolescent pharmacology and the associated medical issues. It discusses the route of administration for various…

2002 · 57m 43s

Prevention Strategies, Part 1

A continuation of the discussion on the previous lecture by Dr. Blevins on the adverse effects and benefits…

2002 · 57m 46s

Prevention Strategies, Part 2

A continuation of the discussion on the previous lecture by Dr. Blevins on the adverse effects and benefits…

2002 · 58m 15s

Risk Factors, Part 1

Provides information specific to the "generation gap" that exists between "baby boomers" and adolescents of today. Risk factors…

2002 · 58m 1s

Risk Factors, Part 2

Concludes the discussion of risk factors. It provides a look at the Youth Risk Behavior Survey. There is…

2002 · 58m 11s

Spirituality and Recovery

The course instructor presents an overview of spirituality and recovery, and a holistic perspective of recovery is reviewed…

2002 · 58m 1s

Student Assistance Programs

This class provides an overview of student assistance programs. Student assistance program (SAP) components are discussed and reviewed…

2002 · 57m 43s

Teen Sexuality, Part 1

This lesson reviews teen sexuality, HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted diseases. HIV/AIDS, which is a preventable disease, affects…

2002 · 58m 7s

Teen Sexuality, Part 2

This lesson reviews teen sexuality, HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted diseases. HIV/AIDS, which is a preventable disease, affects…

2002 · 57m 3s

Youth Gangs, Part 1

This lesson provides a comprehensive review of youth gangs, including gangs, including what attracts young people to gangs…

2002 · 57m 43s

Youth Gangs, Part 2

The discussion continues on gangs and the class is shown examples of gang insignia and literature. Guest Expert:…