Is D.A.R.E. concerned about recent evaluations?
• Yes, we are concerned. Because of the recent increase in teenage drug use, everyone involved in the fight against drugs should take a hard look at what they are doing and try to improve their methods. • We are and have been modifying the D.A.R.E. curricula to continually incorporate the most recent research to make it more effective. Examples of curricula modifications include: normative beliefs, cooperative learning, violence prevention/conflict resolution, and tobacco education. • Studies on D.A.R.E. indicate positive short-term effects. Based on this effectiveness at the elementary level and the research consensus for reinforcement, we are promoting the expansion into middle and high schools. • Most analysis of D.A.R.E. shows that there is a need for a long-term study to determine D.A.R.E.’s effectiveness over time. The D.A.R.E. Scientific Advisory Board is assisting D.A.R.E. America in designing a national longitudinal study to be submitted to the National Institute on Drug Abuse
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