National Institute on Drug Abuse Lessons and Activities

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) offers a comprehensive collection of 21 free lesson plans and activities for parents and educators aimed at increasing awareness and preventing substance use among youth. These evidence-informed resources span topics such as the science of addiction…

Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students

The Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students (BASICS) is a program for college students aged 18-24 who engage in heavy drinking. The program consists of two individual sessions within three months, focusing on students’ drinking habits, social norms, and…

Safer Universities Program

Safer Universities is an environmental alcohol prevention program grounded in community and university partnerships that focuses on reducing heavy alcohol use in off-campus settings such as homes/apartments, bars, and restaurants. It achieves these goals by utilizing a structured planning and…

Creating Lasting Family Connections

The Creating Lasting Family Connections (CLFC) Program is an evidence-based curriculum for youth aged 9-17 and their families. It strengthens families by enhancing self-awareness, emotional expression, and communication while teaching refusal and social skills to reduce substance use…