Elements of Effective Prevention Programs There is a multitude of effective substance abuse prevention interventions that may have different areas of focus and can be implemented in a …

Aug 15, 2025 · Youth substance use is a significant public health problem, and preventing drug use is one of the Administration's drug policy priorities. CDC’s ENGAGE: Evidence-Based …

Apr 25, 2024 · Helping people find the treatment they need to recover from substance use disorder.

Chapter 3: Applying Prevention Principles to Drug Abuse Prevention Programs How are risk and protective factors addressed in prevention programs? What are the core elements of effective …

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The Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program is the nation's leading effort to mobilize communities to prevent youth substance use. Get involved in a DFC coalition near you to …

Jun 11, 2025 · CDC’s sustained and strategic investments in overdose prevention have saved countless lives, connected individuals to essential care, and laid the foundation for a healthier, …

Nov 22, 2024 · Using surveillance data to explore risk and protective factors for youth substance use. Researching youth substance use and its association with a variety of risks and …

May 8, 2024 · Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), a substance use disorder, sometimes referred to as "opioid abuse or dependence" or "opioid addiction" is a problematic pattern of opioid use that …

Dec 21, 2023 · Overview According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, two-thirds of adults with substance use disorders (SUDs) have jobs. 1 Employers should consider …