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Theories and Science
Application of scientific theories and research to understand and prevent substance use, including prevention science.
Models of Addiction
The science of addiction is complicated, and it continues to be a field where the debate over definitions, models, theories, and the most appropriate ways to respond continues.
EMCDDA's Insight Review provides a critical analysis of the...
Exploring the Public Stigma of Substance Use Disorder
Illicit drug use disorder is one of the most stigmatised health conditions in the world. Stigmatisation is the mark of shame, disgrace or disapproval. It can affect people’s self-esteem and confidence, help disrupt their family...
A Qualitative Exploration of School-Based Staff’s Experiences of Delivering an Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention in the High School Setting
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Background
Whilst underage drinking in the UK has been declining in recent years, prevalence is still higher than in most other Western European countries. Therefore, it is important to deliver effective interventions to reduce...
A Step‑Wise Community Engagement and Capacity Building Model Prior to Implementation of mhGAP‑IG in a Low and Middle‑Income Country
Abstract
Background
The World Health Organization developed the Mental Health Gap Action Programme Intervention Guide (mhGAP-IG) as guidelines for innovative utilization of available resources in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)...
Research, Policy, and Practice: Parenting Interventions to Prevent Violence Against Children in Low- and Middle-Income Countries in East and Southeast Asia: A Systematic Review and Multi-Level Meta-Analysis
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Amalee R. McCoy University of Oxford
Frances Gardner University of Oxford; G.J. Melendez...
NIDA International SPR Poster Session: From Theory to Action: Operationalizing the Social Development Model in Chilean Communities
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Camila Astrain San Carlos de Maipo Foundation
Maria Luisa Correa Fundacion San Carlos de...
NIDA International SPR Poster Session: The Binational Cultural Adaptation Process of Keepin’ It REAL for Use in Mexico
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Grace Alderson Global Centre for Applied Health Research, Arizona State University
Flavio F...
Innovative Methods and Statistics: Methods for Ensuring Effective and Equitable Predictive Analytics
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Chris Sharenbroch NCCD
Numerous empirical approaches have been introduced to develop...
Epidemiology and Etiology: The Stigma of Widowhood in a War and Disaster Affected Context
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Alyssa Banford Witting Brigham Young University
Jessica Lambert California State University...
Epidemiology and Etiology: Exploring the Role of Social Inclusion within the Peer Group on Student Engagement in Kindergarten
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Olivier Gaudet Université du Québec à Montréal
Marie-Claude Salvas University of Quebec in...
Dissemination and Implementation Science: Developing a Parenting Mobile App with Biofeedback for Latine Parents
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Jennifer L. Doty University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Diego Garcia-Huidobro Pontificia...
Development and Testing of Interventions: Promoting Positive Classroom Interactions: A Study with the Belgian Version of the Good Behavior Game Individual Paper Presentations
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Hilde Colpin University of Leuven
Geertje Leflot Thomas More University College
The Good...
Development and Testing of Interventions: Promoting Positive Bystanding Among Adolescent Boys
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Deinera Exner-Cortens University of Calgary
Debb Hurlock Creative Theory Inc.; Pam Krause ...
Application of Research Design and Methods for Optimizing Prevention Science: Cross-Synthesizing Quantitative and Qualitative Evidence to Optimize Systematic Review Results for Decision-Makers
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Elizabeth Nye University of Oxford
G.J. Melendez-Torres Cardiff University; Frances Gardner...
Application of Research Design and Methods for Optimizing Prevention Science: Optimizing the Use of Free Online Technological Tools to Monitor Prevention Program Implementation and Outcomes in Chile
This abstract was presented at the 2018 Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting which was held May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Washington, DC, US.
Camila Astrain
San Carlos de Maipo Foundation; Maria Luisa Correa, Fundación San Carlos de...
Application of the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research to Assess Factors that May Influence Implementation of Tobacco Use Treatment Guidelines in the Viet Nam Public Health Care Delivery System
Abstract
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Services to treat tobacco dependence are not readily available to smokers in low-middle income countries (LMICs) where smoking prevalence remains high. We are conducting a cluster randomized controlled trial comparing...
Exploring the Factors Affecting the Implementation of Tobacco and Substance Use Interventions within a Secondary School Setting
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Background
The aim of this mixed-methods, systematic literature review was to develop an understanding of the factors affecting the implementation of tobacco and substance use intervention programmes in the secondary school...
Barriers to Addiction Prevention and Treatment in Communities with Organized Crime: The Perspective of Health Providers
ABSTRACT
Introduction: The presence of organized crime may encourage an increase in the supply of illicit substances, the incorporation of young people into crime, the promotion of substance-oriented lifestyles, and the use of violent...
A Mobile Phone-Based Life Skills Training Program for Substance Use Prevention Among Adolescents
Researchers from universities in Germany and Switzerland have explored the use of m-health in substance use prevention in adolescents.
Through the implementation of a fully-automated programme, ready4life, generic life skills training can...
Development and Testing of the Youth Alcohol Norms Survey (YANS) Instrument to Measure Youth Alcohol Norms and Psychosocial Influences
Abstract
Objectives: This study aimed to develop and validate an online instrument to: (1) identify common alcohol-related social influences, norms and beliefs among adolescents; (2) clarify the process and pathways through which...