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Forman, Susan G.; Kalafat, John – School Psychology Review, 1998
Article summarizes information on the prevalence of self-destructive behaviors and includes risk and protective factors. Describes the effectiveness of existing prevention programs. Proposes a coordinated, resilience-building prevention strategy which addresses generic and domain-specific knowledge and skills. (Author/JDM)
Descriptors: Adolescent Behavior, Adolescents, Outreach Programs, Prevention

Forman, Susan G.; Neal, James A. – Special Services in the Schools, 1987
School-based training programs for personal and social coping skills have shown evidence of effectiveness in primary prevention of substance abuse. Early intervention programs for students most at risk are also needed, such as peer intervention, student assistance, and behavioral self-management programs in the areas of smoking and alcohol/drug…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Coping, Drinking, Drug Abuse