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Annotation: This home visiting needs assessment serves as a framework for Rhode Island's updated state plan, and is the result of collaborative efforts between state agencies, community organizations, and various divisions within the Rhode Island Department of Health. It includes an overview of of pregnant women, infants, and families in the state of Rhode Island, including a statewide data report on premature birth, low birth weight, infant mortality, poverty, crime, high school drop-out rates, substance abuse, unemployment, child maltreatment, domestic violence, and other at-risk health indicators. The assessment focuses on communities considered to be at high risk, discusses the quality and capacity of existing home visiting programs, discusses the state's capacity for providing substance abuse treatment and counseling, and concludes with a summary of the needs assessment data. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Rhode Island Department of Health, Three Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908, Telephone: (401) 222-5960 Web Site: http://www.health.state.ri.us Available from the website.

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Keywords: Counseling, High risk groups, Infant mortality, Needs assessment, Poverty, Rhode Island, State programs, Statistical data, Substance abuse prevention programs, Substance abuse treatment, Underserved communities

Annotation: This report provides estimates of the magnitude of the costs to society from substance abuse and the costs and benefits gained through effective prevention. The report summarizes existing estimates of the costs of substance abuse and its damaging consequences, analyzes the probable outcomes of implementing school-based substance abuse prevention programming nationwide in 2002 for adolescents ages 12-17, summarizes existing costs and benefits of substance abuse and related prevention programs from society's perspective, and suggests how the information provided might be used to create an integrated, comprehensive, and highly cost-effective approach to substance abuse prevention. The report also suggests directions for future work.

Contact: U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 5600 Fishers Lane , Rockville, MD 20857, Telephone: (877) SAMHSA-7 Secondary Telephone: (877) 726-4727 E-mail: Web Site: https://www.samhsa.gov Available from the website. Document Number: DHHS Pub. No. (SMA) 07-4298.

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Keywords: Adolescent behavior, Adolescent health, Costs, Prevention, Prevention programs, School health programs, Substance abuse

Annotation: This fact sheet synthesizes findings from 67 evaluations of parent-involvement interventions for children ages 6-11 to identify components and strategies associated with successful programs and interventions. Programs sought to engage parents in efforts to achieve outcomes for their child such as academic achievement or attendance, a reduction in internalizing behaviors such as depression or anxiety and of externalizing behaviors such as aggression, avoidance of substance abuse, avoidance of risky sexual behavior, and achieving health and fitness. The fact sheet presents lessons learned from programs that work, don't work, or have mixed results.

Contact: Child Trends , 7315 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1200 W, Bethesda, MD 20814, Telephone: (240) 223-9200 E-mail: Web Site: http://www.childtrends.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Academic achievement, Anxiety, Child behavior, Child health, Children, Depression, Intervention, Mental health, Model programs, Parent child relations, Parents, Prevention, Program evaluation, Programs, Sexual behavior, Substance abuse

Annotation: This report describes a Healthy Start program to provide services to African-American pregnant and postpartum substance-abusing women with children ages 2 andunder in the Watts/Willowbrook area of South Central Los Angeles, California during the grant period 2001 to 2004. Topics include racial and ethnic disparities focused on by the project, how the project implemented service and system interventions in Healthy Start core components, project accomplishments, and the project impact. A local evaluation report is included as an appendix. A CD-ROM containing the report is included. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org

Keywords: California, Community based services, Final reports, Healthy Start, Infant health, Infant mortality, MCH services, Prevention programs, Primary care, State programs, Substance abuse, Women', s health

Annotation: This report describes a Healthy Start program in Ford Heights and Chicago Heights, Illinois, from 2001-2004 to improve access to quality maternal and child health services in order to reduce the high rate of infant mortality and reduce health disparities in this medically underserved area. It discusses isk factors for poor perinatal outcomes including mothers who smoke, drank, or used street drugs during their pregnancy, as well as other behavioral risk factors and pregnancy during adolescence. Report contents include an overview of racial and ethnic disparities focused on by the project; descriptions of project implementation, management and governance, and accomplishments; the impact of the project on systems of care, the community and the state, and the role of local government. A local evaluation report addressing issues of infant mortality, first trimester prenatal care, adequacy of prenatal care, well-child exams, and initial postpartum exams is included. Appendices include service tables and project data as well as samples of products produced during the project. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Adolescent pregnancy, Alcohol use during pregnancy, Barriers, Drug use during pregnancy, Final reports, Healthy Start, Illinois, Infant mortality, MCH services, Prenatal care, Prevention programs, Racial factors, Substance abuse

Annotation: This report describes a Healthy Start program for improving perinatal outcomes in four low-income West Side communities of Chicago, Illinois, from 2001-2005. Program elements described include reducing infant mortality rates through comprehensive assessment and a complete continuum of care, ranging from direct health care services to mental health care and substance abuse treatment. Report contents include an overview of the racial and ethnic disparities served by the program; a review of project implementation, management and governance, and accomplishments; and a summary of the impact of the project on systems of care, the community, and state and local governments. A copy of the local evaluation report is provided along with required data forms for tracking goals and objectives performance measures. Sample fact sheets and brochures are included in both English and Spanish. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Final reports, Healthy Start, Illinois, Infant mortality, MCH services, Mental health services, Prenatal care, Prevention programs, Program descriptions, Screening, Spanish language materials, Substance abuse treatment programs

Annotation: This Healthy Start final report describes a Marion County, Indiana, program from 2001-2005 to address the factors that directly contribute to infant mortality in the project area. Factors discussed include racial disparities among African American, Hispanic and Appalachian women and families who experienced high rates of poor birth outcomes, as well as social and economic problems in the community associated with poor birth outcomes such as alcohol and drug use. Report contents include an overview of the racial and ethnic disparity in the project area; components of project implementation, management and governance; and a summary of accomplishments and the impact of the project on local systems of care, the community, and the state. Copies of local evaluation reports for each project year are provided along with a list of products produced during the project. Appendices include numerous lists, forms, measures, and tables of project data. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Alcohol abuse, Barriers, Blacks, Drugs, Final reports, Healthy Start, Hispanic Americans, Indiana, Infant mortality, MCH services, Prevention programs, Program descriptions, Racial factors, Socioeconomic factors, Substance abuse

Annotation: This paper, which comprises a review of reviews of school-based prevention programs, addresses whether such programs effectively reduce adolescent risk behaviors and what recommendations can be made for future public health practice. The paper presents methods and discusses results in the areas of drug use prevention, sexual risk behavior prevention, and behavior disorder prevention. Implications for policy, program delivery, and research are discussed.

Contact: Effective Public Health Practice Project, McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Nursing, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Telephone: (905) 525-9140 x20471 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.ephpp.ca Available from the website.

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Keywords: Research, Adolescent behavior, Adolescent health, Adolescent health programs, Adolescent sexuality, Behavior problems, Literature reviews, Prevention, Programs, Public policy, Research reviews, School health programs, Substance abuse

Annotation: This primer promotes public education to all Minnesotans who need to know that: (1) there is no known safe time to use any type or amount of alcohol during pregnancy, and (2) alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs have immediate and long-term effects on women's and children's health. The primer provides information, educational resources, and tools in various formats about women's substance abuse, addiction, and its consequences; risk factors associated with women's substance use including sexual and domestic abuse, depression, and other mental health issues; and how to engage a wide range of community members to take action in helping women who abuse substances, particularly during pregnancy. Resources include books, brochures, pamphlets, and other print media; counseling and information phone lines; curricula; Internet resources; prevention planning and resource guides; reports; resource centers; services for children and families, as well as women; and videos for purchase or loan. Resources are identified throughout the primer for African American, Asian American, Latino, and Native American cultures and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons, in addition to general audiences. Appendices include information on selecting and pre-testing educational materials; selecting health information on the Web; community prevention strategies; effective strategies to reduce drinking during pregnancy; facts about women who drink during pregnancy; substance use and the harm to women and children; recognizing and treating alcohol abuse and alcoholism; and a calendar of community events and national health observances. References conclude the primer.

Contact: Minnesota Prevention Resource Center, 38460 Lincoln Trail, Box 549, North Branch, MN 55056, Telephone: (651) 674-4085 Secondary Telephone: (877) 935-4426 Fax: (651) 277-4085 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.emprc.org/ $10.00 in-state; $12.00 out of state .

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Keywords: Alcohol use during pregnancy, Drug use during pregnancy, Fetal alcohol syndrome, Fetal tobacco syndrome, Minnesota, Perinatal health, Prenatal health, Resource materials, Smoking during pregnancy, State initiatives, Substance abuse prevention, Substance abuse prevention programs, Substance abusing pregnant women, Women', s health

Annotation: This paper summarizes results from an evaluation of Project ALERT, a widely used middle-school drug prevention program developed by the RAND Corporation. The paper also summarizes outcomes from related studies showing that adolescents who continue to drink and smoke face increased academic, social, and behavioral problems later in life. The paper includes the following sections: (1) despite some reductions in substance use, adolescents are still at risk, (2) Project ALERT: confronting substance use early, (3) building prevention programs on solid science, (4) early substance use carries risks for later in life, and (5) drug prevention in schools and public health. Statistical information is presented in figures throughout the paper.

Contact: Rand Corporation, 1776 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90407-3208, Telephone: (310) 393-0411 Fax: 310-393-4818 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.rand.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Academic achievement, Adolescent behavior, Alcohol consumption behavior, Behavior problems, Middle schools, Smoking, Social problems, Substance abuse, Substance abuse prevention, Substance abuse prevention programs

Annotation: This guide is designed to provide important research-based concepts and information to further efforts to develop and carry out effective drug abuse prevention programs. The question and answer guide presents an overview of the research on the origins and pathways of drug abuse, the basic principles derived from effective drug abuse prevention research, and the application of research results to the prevention of drug use among young people. Some examples of current research-based drug abuse prevention programs and selected reference and resources are also presented.

Contact: National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information, Telephone: (800) 729-6686 Secondary Telephone: (800) 487-4889 Web Site: http://ncadi.samhsa.gov Available at no charge; also available from the website. Document Number: NIH 04-4212(A).

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Keywords: Adolescent health, Community programs, High risk groups, Protective factors, Risk factors, Substance abuse prevention, Substance abuse prevention programs

Annotation: This report discusses the evaluation of the long-term effectiveness of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Program in preventing illicit drug use among elementary school children. The report also reviews federal efforts to identify similar programs to prevent illicit and non-prescription drug use, as well as other substances such as alcohol and tobacco. Tables outline program descriptions, measures, and prevention outcome for several programs in Kentucky and Colorado, and for several programs identified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Education (ED). Report enclosures include a short list of articles reviewed on the DARE program's effectiveness; the methodology used to select evaluations of DARE program curriculum effectiveness; a listing of programs selected for review; and comments from HHS and ED.

Contact: U.S. Government Accountability Office, 441 G Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20548, Telephone: (202) 512-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.gao.gov Available from the website. Document Number: GAO-03-172R.

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Keywords: Elementary schools, Illicit drugs, National programs, Program evaluation, School age children, Substance abuse prevention programs

Annotation: This report on the 2003 Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey -- a survey conducted every two years to measure the prevalence of behaviors that contribute to the leading causes of death, disease, and injury among youth -- provides information about Vermont students. The information is designed to (1) monitor trends, (2) compare Vermont students with a national sample of students, and (3) plan, evaluate, and improve community and school programs that prevent health problems and promote healthy behaviors. The report includes the following sections: (1) basic information, (2) injuries, violence, and safety, (3) alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD), (4) attitudes and perceptions about ATOD, (5) sexual behavior, (6) body weight and nutrition, (7) physical activity, and (8) measures of youth assets. The report concludes with a list of references.

Contact: Vermont Department of Health, P.O. Box 70, 108 Cherry Street, Burlington, VT 05402, Telephone: (802) 863-7606 Secondary Telephone: (800) 464-4343 Fax: (802) 865-7701 Web Site: http://www.healthvermont.gov Available from the website.

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Keywords: Adolescent attitudes, Adolescent behavior, Adolescent morbidity, Adolescent mortality, Adolescent sexuality, Adolescents, Alcohol use, Body weight, Community programs, Injuries, Injury, Nutrition, Physical activity, Prevention, Safety, Schools, Smoking, Students, Substance abuse, Surveys, Tobacco use, Trends, Vermont, Violence

Annotation: This report is the last of a series of evaluation reports on the State Incentive Grant processes and activities in Washington State from mid-1998 through early 2002, which were aimed at promoting prevention system changes among state agencies and implementing more evidence-based prevention programs. The report is based on more detailed findings presented in the earlier progress reports. The report, which includes an executive summary, is divided into three major sections. Section 1 discusses state-level findings on system improvements and remaining barriers. Section 2 discusses community-level findings on changes in processes, the implementation of processes to guide the community leaders and providers by providing ongoing evaluation and monitoring data, and the results of the program monitoring -- outcome changes for program participants. Section 3 discusses the implications of the changes that have been made and summarizes barriers and problems in service integration that remain to be solved. Some information is presented in tables throughout the report. Nine appendices, published in a second document, include evaluation methods, a collaborative needs assessment evaluation report, and other relevant information.

Contact: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Research and Data Analysis Division, P.O. Box 45204, Olympia, WA 98504-5204, Telephone: (360) 902-0707 Fax: (360) 902-0705 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.dshs.wa.gov/rda Available from the website.

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Keywords: Evidence based medicine, Adolescents, Alcohol abuse, Barriers, Community programs, Grants, Health care services, Health personnel, Interagency cooperation, Monitoring, Outcome evaluation, Prevention programs, State programs, Substance abuse, Washington

Annotation: This book explores data on the societal and program costs of drug use prevention and the effectiveness of several school-based drug, alcohol, and tobacco prevention programs. Chapter topics include a description of study research and methods, social benefits and cost results, lifetime drug consumption without prevention; school-based prevention's effectiveness at the end of the program, adjustments to prevention's effectiveness, and a review of the social costs of drug consumption. The appendix provide estimates for the ten factors in the prevention model, recoding consumption values from the National Household Survey on Drug Abuse, program descriptions, aggregating program effectiveness data, program effectiveness decay, and effects on lifetime consumption. A bibliography is provided and statistical data are provided in tables throughout the book.

Contact: Rand Corporation, 1776 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90407-3208, Telephone: (310) 393-0411 Fax: 310-393-4818 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.rand.org Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 0-8330-3082-5.

Keywords: Alcohol abuse, Case studies, Drug abuse, Drug use behavior, Program descriptions, Program evaluation, Research, School age children, School linked programs, Substance abuse, Substance abuse prevention programs, Tobacco use

Annotation: This report was prepared for the California Conference of Local Directors of Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health and summarizes findings from an effort by California programs in Fresno, San Bernardino and Alameda Counties, Los Angeles Shields for Families, and San Diego County. Topics include issues related to perinatal substance abuse and how it is being addressed in California by maternal, child, and adolescent programs; mental health and alcohol and drug jurisdictions; and child welfare, detention, court systems, and health care providers. Part one summarizes the needs assessment, findings from research, and experts' opinions. A separate executive summary is also available. References are provided as well as appendices including advisory committee members, a summary of the literature search, a county survey, a list of key informants interviewed, county groups by size of population, and participating county health departments and selected county characteristics. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Fresno County Department of Community Health, Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health, Fresno County's Babies First, 1221 Fulton Mall, PO Bo 11867, Fresno, CA 93775, Telephone: (559) 445-3307 Fax: (559) 445-3596 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.babiesfirstfresno.com/ Available from the website.

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Keywords: Alcohol abuse, Alcohol use during pregnancy, California, Local initiatives, MCH research, Perinatal health, Pregnant women, Prevention programs, State initiatives, Substance abuse, Substance abuse

Annotation: This resource guide discusses the use of empirically supported interventions for school mental health programs and provides a guide to specific programs in these areas: treatments for anxiety and depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; oppositional defiant disorder, and conduct disorder; promotion of social and emotional competence; substance use, conduct problems, and other high-risk behaviors; and preventive interventions. The interventions are designed to be used in schools and other settings. Contact information is provided for each intervention. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Center for School Mental Health, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, 737 West Lombard Street, Fourth Floor, Baltimore, MD 21201, Telephone: (410) 706-0980 Fax: (410) 706-0984 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://csmh.umaryland.edu Available from the website.

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Keywords: Adolescent behavior, Adolescent health, Anxiety, Attention deficit disorder, Child behavior, Child health, Depression, Interventions, Mental health programs, Mental health: School health programs, Prevention, Social problems, Substance abuse, Treatment

Annotation: This book cosponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Center for Advanced Health Studies represents a collection of essays and information for health care practitioners on adolescent substance abuse. The initial five chapters include: risk factors and their implications for preventive interventions, the role of the primary care practitioner, evaluation by interview, use of the laboratory, and referral. The concluding three chapters on prevention programs, ethical and legal considerations, and specific drugs, provide information to assist with the development of effective substance abuse intervention.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 345 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143, Telephone: 800/433-9016 Secondary Telephone: 202/347-8600 E-mail: https://www.aap.org/en/pages/contact-us/contact-national-headquarters/ Web Site: https://www.aap.org Available in libraries.

Keywords: Adolescent health, Intervention, Prevention programs, Substance abuse

Annotation: This report presents an overview of the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of cocaine on the developing brain of the fetus and offers policy considerations for addressing the issues that arise from cocaine use by pregnant women. Three preventive strategies are outlined; primary (before and during pregnancy), secondary (to identify pregnant women who use drug and minimizing their drug use), and tertiary (to reduce the adverse consequences of substance exposure to children exposed in utero). The report also includes additional sources, and references.

Contact: Rand Corporation, 1776 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90407-3208, Telephone: (310) 393-0411 Fax: 310-393-4818 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.rand.org $10.00, plus shipping and handling; also available from the website. Document Number: ISBN 0-8330-3001-9.

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Keywords: Cocaine, Drug affected infants, Drug use during pregnancy, Fetal development, Neonatal addiction, Substance abuse prevention programs, Substance abusing pregnant women

Annotation: This document contains most of the existing quantitative and qualitative research and information specific to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) health in the areas defined and discusses the overall health issues of LGBT people. The document describes barriers LGBT people face and recommends changes that will facilitate success in overcoming them. Topics covered include access to quality health care services, cancer, educational and community-based programs, health communication, HIV/AIDS, immunization and infectious diseases, mental health and mental disorders, nutrition and weight, public health infrastructure, sexually transmitted diseases, substance abuse, tobacco use, and violence prevention. The document includes five appendices that contain recommendations, acronyms, LGBT definitions, resources, and contributors.

Contact: Gay and Lesbian Medical Association, 459 Fulton Street, Suite 107, San Francisco, CA 94102, Telephone: (415) 255-4547 Fax: (415) 255-4784 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.glma.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: AIDS, Access to health care, Barriers, Cancer, Communicable diseases, Community based services, Community programs, Educational programs, HIV, Health, Healthy People 2010, Homosexuality, Infections, Mental disorders, Mental health, Nutrition, Public health, Research, Sexuality, Sexually transmitted diseases, Substance abuse, Tobacco use, Violence prevention, Weight management