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PREVENTION NEWS
Information from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse for Prevention Resources
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Issue #25
September 25, 2003
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BREAKING
NEWS
Sticks n' Stones Facilitator Training
RESEARCH
UPDATES
Prescription drugs easily accessible over the Internet
National Survey on Drug Use and Health
RESOURCES/MATERIALS
Practical Theorist 5: Marijuana Abuse
Media Campaign materials to keep teens from driving under the influence
of marijuana
Children, Youth and Environments website
HEADS
UP!
AAPS launches campaign to curb prescription drug abuse
Little Kids, Big Plans Week
National Family Week
FUNDING
ALERTS
Developing Research Centers on Interventions for the Prevention
of Suicide
Project T.E.E.N.
Substance Abuse Policy Research Program
Esther A. and Joseph Klingenstein Fund
JM Foundation
WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES
Suicide Prevention Conference
Healing Our Communities 2003 Conference
Early Childhood Higher Education Forum
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*BREAKING NEWS*
STICKS N' STONES FACILITATOR TRAINING
We still have openings in the final scheduled workshop in La Crosse,
for October 8-9. The deadline to register for this training is September
26, 2003. Space will be limited and the session is filling up fast,
so register now! The Wisconsin Clearinghouse for Prevention Resources,
in collaboration with local Cooperative Educational Service Agencies
(CESAs), is providing this Training of Facilitator (TOF) workshop
in the Sticks n' Stones Bully Prevention curriculum, which will
provide individuals with the ability to return to their schools
and facilitate the program. The Clearinghouse is fortunate to have
worked with CESA's 12 Wisconsin ATOD Educational Network Facilitators
(WATODEN) in coordinating these trainings, providing training facilities,
and promoting the workshops. Sticks n' Stones is especially suited
for elementary through high schools located in rural areas and smaller
communities. For more information contact Christy at the Wisconsin
Clearinghouse at 800-248-9244 or email us at wchpr@www.uhs.wisc.edu.
Also see http://www.uhs.wisc.edu/wch/04-News/04-PrevNews.html
for up to date information, or to download a brochure or registration
form.
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*RESEARCH UPDATES*
PRESCRIPTION DRUGS EASILY ACCESSIBLE OVER THE
INTERNET
Access to drugs without a prescription is easy over the Internet,
according to a study from the University
of Pennsylvania Medical Center. Using the search engine
Google, researchers looked for "no prescription codeine."
The results turned up 100 links, with the first 53 offering the
opiate medication for home delivery. Furthermore, 35 of the sites
also sold barbituates, benzodiazepines, hallucinogens, and other
prescription stimulants. Robert F. Forman, PhD, assistant professor
of psychology in the Department of Psychiatry and principal author
of the study, also found that only a payment method and shipping
address were necessary to purchase the drugs. The study is published
in the August 20 issue of the Journal
of the American Medical Association. Also see www.jointogether.org/sa/news/summaries/reader/0%2C1854%2C566563%2C00.html
for more information. [Forman, R. (2003) Availability of Opioids
on the Internet. Journal of the American Medical Association, 290(7):
889.]
NATIONAL SURVEY ON DRUG USE AND HEALTH
In 2002, an estimated 22 million Americans suffered from substance
dependence or abuse due to drugs, alcohol, or both, according to
the newest results of the Household
Survey released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration in the Department of Health and Human Services
(HHS). There were 19.5 million Americans, 8.3 percent of the population
ages 12 or older, who currently used illicit drugs; 54 million who
participated in binge drinking in the previous 30 days; and 15.9
million who were heavy drinkers. The survey also found that marijuana
is the most commonly used illicit drug, used by 14.6 million Americans.
The report highlights that 7.7 million people, 3.3 percent of the
total population ages 12 and older, needed treatment for a diagnosable
drug problem and 18.6 million, 7.9 percent of the population, needed
treatment for a serious alcohol problem. Though much smaller numbers
actually received treatment or believed they needed it. The survey
also collected information on non-medical prescription drug use,
Ecstasy, cocaine, the relation of mental illness to drug abuse and
dependence, and youth drug use statistics. The new 2002 Household
Survey has been renamed the National Survey on Drug Use and Health;
findings can be found at www.DrugAbuseStatistics.samhsa.gov.
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*RESOURCES/MATERIALS*
PRACTICAL
THEORIST 5: MARIJUANA ABUSE
To raise awareness about the effects of drug use on the most vulnerable
populations, children and adolescents, Community Anti-Drug Coalitions
of America (CADCA) partnered with the National Institute on Drug
Abuse (NIDA) and released, Practical Theorist 5: Marijuana Abuse:
Using Science for an Effective Community Response. This Practical
Theorist includes research on drug abuse in a concise, convenient
format and offers strategies on how to use the data to mobilize
communities, affect policy, and support local anti-drug coalition
efforts to build drug-free communities. To obtain a copy of Practical
Theorist 5: Marijuana Abuse: Using Science for an Effective Community
Response, e-mail Tanyanic Brown at tbrown@cadca.org
MEDIA CAMPAIGN MATERIALS TO KEEP TEENS FROM
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF MARIJUANA
Approximately one in six high school seniors in the U.S. admitted
driving under the influence of marijuana, and in 2001 an estimated
38,000 of these students reported crashing while driving impaired
by the drug. The National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign has partnered
with GEICO, and the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration
(NHTSA) to offer several free resources for parents and youth to
help keep teens marijuana and drug free, before they get behind
the wheel of a car. The "Teach Teens to Steer Clear of Pot"
Car Glove Box Card contains messages about the risks of marijuana-impaired
driving, resources for teens, and a space on the back for emergency
contact numbers. "Can I Borrow the Car?" is an informative
brochure developed by GEICO and the Media Campaign that provides
tips on how parents of new teen drivers can encourage drug-free
driving. "Steer Clear of Pot" Teen Postcard and Poster
highlight the harmful effects of marijuana and how the drug impairs
judgment, reaction time, and other driving abilities. The materials
can be ordered through the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and
Drug Information at 800-788-2800, or downloaded at www.TheAntiDrug.com/TeenDriving.
We also hope to have most of these resources available from our
own Prevention Resource Center. Be sure to check our web's listing
of Free Educational Materials for these items at http://www.uhs.wisc.edu/wch/03-Resources/03-Free.html,
or call us at 800-248-9244 and ask about them.
CHILDREN, YOUTH AND ENVIRONMENTS WEBSITE
Children, Youth and Environments (CYE) is now online, provided as
a free information service with support from the University of Colorado
and the National Science Foundation. CYE is a refereed journal and
multidisciplinary, international network dedicated to improving
the lives of young people. The journal targets researchers, policy
makers, and professionals and is guided by a distinguished Editorial
Advisory Board. It offers access to research articles and a rich
combination of informational resources, including a searchable Directory
of Organizations. You are invited to check their profile of your
website, or add your own site, in the directory. First go to http://cye.colorado.edu.
To access the Directory of Organizations, select the link under
the Resources pull down menu and select Search the Directory. Let
them know about any needed corrections or updates. Peer-reviewed
research articles, field reports, book reviews, a calendar of upcoming
events, an extensive searchable bibliography, and video links are
also all available through the site.
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*HEADS UP!*
AAPS LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO CURB PRESCRIPTION
DRUG ABUSE
The Association of American Physicians & Surgeons has launched,
"Project: Communicate and Cooperate," a new program to
help stop diversion of prescription drugs. The three-point campaign
aims to encourage physicians and law enforcement to work together
to track and report potential drug abusers, joint reviews of potential
cases before charges are filed, and training to advise law enforcement
on current trends and cutting edge treatments to prevent prescription
drug abuse. To learn more about the campaign, visit www.aapsonline.org
(link on left side of screen: Communicate and Cooperate)
LITTLE KIDS, BIG PLANS WEEK
The National League of Cities (NLC) is holding Little Kids, Big
Plans Week on October 19-25, 2003. During the week, local officials
nationwide will convene a variety of community forums focused on
early childhood. These events will raise awareness about the importance
of early childhood development, celebrate existing programs, or
launch new initiatives to improve outcomes for young children. Get
an Organizing Guide to help your community get involved! For more
information, and the online guide, go to www.nlc.org/nlc_org/site/programs/institute_for_youth_education_and_families/index.cfm
NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK
Thanksgiving week, November 23-29, 2003, is also National Family
Week, with community festivals, forums, fairs, and award ceremonies
to celebrate families and encourage communities to strengthen their
child care, employment, education, and transportation services.
National Family Week recognizes that strong families are at the
center of strong communities, and everyone has a role to play in
making families successful, including neighborhood groups, businesses,
nonprofits, policymakers, corporations, and families themselves.
Start planning with your community leaders now, with the help of
the National Family Week toolkit. Go to www.nationalfamilyweek.org/
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*FUNDING ALERTS*
DEVELOPING RESEARCH CENTER ON INTERVENTION
FOR THE PREVENTION OF SUICIDE
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the National Institute
on Drug Abuse (NIDA), and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse
and Alcoholism (NIAAA) encourage investigator-initiated research
grant applications to establish Developing Research Centers on Interventions
for the Prevention of Suicide (DCIPS). The purpose of this initiative
is to establish core support for building research infrastructure
for the study of preventive and treatment interventions for suicidality
(severe ideation, attempts, deaths) related to mental health, substance
use disorders (SUDs), and alcohol use disorders (AUDs). This RFA
provides a grant mechanism to support an early phase of infrastructure
building to be utilized by qualified institutions with active research
programs but without the existing capacity to mount the extensive
and highly integrated research effort expected of an advanced center.
The intent of this RFA is to provide the initial 5-year infrastructure
support needed to build an integrated program that could qualify
for full or advanced center mechanisms that may be available from
participating institutes in the future. A letter of intent must
be received by October 17, 2003, and applications are due on November
18, 2003. For more information see http://grants2.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-MH-04-003.html
PROJECT T.E.E.N.
The Wisconsin Council on Developmental Disabilities (WCDD) has created
Project T.E.E.N. (Teen Energy and Empowerment Network) to offer
funding and support to student leaders who want their school to
be a better place for students with disabilities. School-based projects
that address some barrier or challenge that students with disabilities
currently face will be supported. In order to apply for a grant,
a team needs to be formed which includes at least one student leader
with a disability and one faculty support person. Grants of between
$250 and $500 are available to give out to students to create the
project. Applications are due by October 24, 2003. Contact Kathryn
Mazack at 608-266-5395 or mazackl@dhfs.state.wi.us
with questions.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY RESEARCH PROGRAM
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is accepting proposals for its
Substance Abuse Policy Research Program. The award is between $100,000
and $400,000 for a maximum of three years. Proposals should address
public and private policy interventions to reduce the harm caused
by the use of tobacco, alcohol and illicit drugs. This program is
designed to encourage experts in public health, law, political science,
medicine, sociology, criminal justice, economics, psychology, and
other behavioral and policy sciences to address policy issues related
to substance abuse. The deadline for proposals is November 7, 2003.
The complete call for proposals is available at www.rwjf.org/cfp/saprp
or by calling 336-713-5259.
ESTHER A. AND JOSEPH KLINGENSTEIN FUND
The Esther A. and Joseph Klingenstein Fund's areas of interest are
epilepsy research, neuroscience research, elementary and secondary
education, youth, pregnancy prevention, research, and public policy.
The Fund provides support for conferences, seminars, continuing
support, fellowships, general and operating support, program development,
publication, research, and seed money. Applications are accepted
at any time, and no specific form is required. Directors' meetings
are held four or five times per year. For further information contact
John Klingenstein, President, Esther A. and Joseph Klingenstein
Fund, 787 Seventh Ave, Sixth Floor, New York NY 10019-6016; 212-492-6181;
212-492-7007 (fax). Or see www.csuohio.edu/uored/FUNDING/Klingensteinfdn.htm
JM FOUNDATION
The JM Foundation focuses its grantmaking on the rehabilitation
of individuals with disabilities, prevention and wellness, programs
that emphasize individual responsibility for health, health-related
policy research, and prevention or early intervention of alcohol
and other drug abuse. Types of support include internship funds,
matching/challenge support, program development, publication, research,
seed money, and technical assistance. Grants are not given for general
operating funds, capital campaigns, annual appeals, the arts, international
projects, or to individuals. Grants range from $10,000 to $100,000.
For more information contact Chris Olander, Executive Director,
The JM Foundation, 60 E. 42nd St, Room 1651, New York NY 10165;
212-687-7735. Or see www.apa.org/science/jmfound.html
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*WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES*
SUICIDE PREVENTION CONFERENCE
The 1st Annual Suicide Prevention Conference "Changing Minds,
Saving Lives," will be held in Kimberly, WI on October 31-November
1, 2003. Presented by HOPES (Helping Others Prevent and Educate
About Suicide), the conference will emphasize assessment skills
for professionals; working with suicidal people on our communities;
raising public awareness of the problem of suicide; community activities
and skill building; and suicide prevention in schools. Mental health
professionals, survivors of suicide, educators, public health professionals,
youth workers, faith community leaders, law enforcement, and the
medical community are encouraged to attend. Registration and additional
information can be found at www.hopes-wi.org/events.htm#conference
HEALING OUR COMMUNITIES 2003 CONFERENCE
The Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services and the Oneida
Indian Tribe of Wisconsin are sponsoring "Healing Our Communities
2003 Conference" on November 4-6, 2003 in Green Bay, WI. The
conference is an opportunity for county, tribal, state and other
health and human service providers to increase their inter-cultural
knowledge and professional skills. This is in a cooperative spirit
that supports the ongoing exchange of ideas for providing culturally
appropriate services to Native American communities. Tribal family
services and child welfare staff, medical and health care professionals,
school administrators and staff, law enforcement, criminal justice
professionals, and elected officials and administrators are encouraged
to attend. For more information or a copy of the conference brochure
contact Lynn Gall, DHFS Tribal Affairs, at 608-267-2185 or galllk@dhfs.state.wi.us
EARLY CHILDHOOD HIGHER EDUCATION FORUM
The seventh annual "Intersecting Interests" Early Childhood
Higher Education Forum will be held at the Madison Concourse Hotel
on December 5, 2003. The theme for this year's forum is "Leadership
in Times of Change: Crisis or Opportunity?" Highlights will
include the following topics: appreciative leadership; early learning
standards; higher education articulation; the evolving role of Wisconsin's
PreK-16 Council; new opportunities in training, technical assistance,
and professional development; and spirituality in leadership. Mark
your calendar today, and watch for registration materials coming
soon. If you have questions, contact Linda Leonhart at 608-265-9423
or leonhart@waisman.wisc.edu
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