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Falck, Russel S.; Nahhas, Ramzi W.; Li, Linna; Carlson, Robert G. – Journal of School Health, 2012
Background: Illicit drug use by school-aged teens can adversely affect their health and academic achievement. This study used a survey administered in schools to assess the prevalence of problematic drug use among teenagers in a Midwestern community. Methods: Self-report data were collected from 11th- and 12th-grade students (N = 3974) in 16…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adolescent Attitudes, Drug Abuse, Grade 11
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King, Keith A.; Strunk, Catherine M.; Sorter, Michael T. – Journal of School Health, 2011
Background: Suicide ranks as the third leading cause of death among youth aged 15-24 years. Schools provide ideal opportunities for suicide prevention efforts. However, research is needed to identify programs that effectively impact youth suicidal ideation and behavior. This study examined the immediate and 3-month effect of Surviving the Teens[R]…
Descriptors: Help Seeking, Self Efficacy, Prevention, Pretests Posttests