Where to Focus Our Attention in Franklin County to Further Reduce Use of Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs:
Recommendations Based on PPAAUS 2006 Data.
Encourage More Parent Involvement
Increase the frequency of their messages like:
- I don’t approve…
- I’ll be upset if...
- You’ll let me down if...
- You’ll lose these privileges if...
Increase Positive Peer Influence
- Give each other courage not to use.
- Increase student testimonials.
Encourage participation in Extra-Curricular Activities
- Discourage participation in unsupervised activities.
Create Positive School Climate
- Teachers treat students with respect.
- Students treat students with respect.
- Students who need help get it.