How can addiction counselors help make the general community in which they work aware of the risks associated with drug and alcohol abuse?
Introduction How can addiction counselors help make the general community in which they work aware of the risks associated with drug and alcohol abuse? By understanding drug abuse behaviors and the common elements found in research on effective prevention programs, drug and alcohol counselors can appropriately enhance protective factors and reduce risk factors in their community (National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2003). This week, you will focus on evaluating multiculturalism and diversity in frameworks for prevention program development. You will also apply prevention principles to an addiction program. Objectives Students will: Evaluate multiculturalism and diversity in frameworks for prevention program development Apply prevention principles to an addiction program Required Resources Readings National Institute on Drug Abuse (2003). Preventing drug use among children and adolescents: A research-based guide for parents, educ