This paper presents the first cycle of a design-based study at Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences, Finland, during which a video-supported forum-theater approach was implemented and evaluated. Students enrolled in the Drama course in the Civic Activities and Youth Work degree program produced and recorded forum-theater performances about…

Purpose: A literature review was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of external contributors (anyone other than a teacher at the school) in delivering school-based drug, alcohol and tobacco education (substance use education) programmes. Design/methodology/approach: The review focused upon literature published from 1990 onwards in English.…

A musical play was performed for high school students judged to be at risk for drug problems. Students' responses revealed that live theater is an effective means for stimulating both thought and discussion pertaining to the effects of drugs in the lives of adolescents. Implications for counseling and other concerns are discussed. (RJM)