The purpose of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1988, Part B, is to establish, implement, and improve programs of drug abuse prevention, early intervention, rehabilitation referral, and education programs in elementary and secondary schools. The act also aims to support innovative, community-based programs of coordinated services for…

This document presents testimony and prepared statements from the Congressional hearings held to summarize information from field hearings which were held in five states to examine the resources and support given by the federal government to local law enforcement officers to fight the problems of illegal drug use and abuse. Testimony and prepared…

Describes efforts of residential treatment facilities to collaborate with community-based substance abuse programs to meet the needs of clients. Examines the rationale for and administrative, managerial, and clinical issues relevant to such collaboration. Illustrates the difficulties encountered in establishing effective program linkages and…