ABHPC Publications
The ABHPC Team develops publications to inform the prevention field of current research, emerging trends, and best practices. All publications are downloadable and available at no cost to you.
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Community Prevention: New Opportunities to Create Impact through Collaboration
This publication in the Power of Prevention Series takes a closer look at how collaboration supports Community Prevention.
The Ups and Downs of Comparing Teen Substance Abuse Data
Interpreting survey data can be a challenge - this publication lists tips to help get a more accurate understanding of survey data and trends.
The Power of Substance Abuse Prevention: Why Invest in Prevention
This document provides an overview of the cost-effective and valuable role that substance abuse prevention plays in mitigating the harmful, and costly consequences of substance abuse.
Survey Data Sources for AOD Prevention-A Review and Summary
This publication focuses on the use of archival survey data and features 12 surveys commonly used by the substance abuse prevention field.
Substance Abuse Prevention: Benefits Outweigh Costs – Spreading the Message Where It Counts
This publication focuses on the cost benefits of substance abuse prevention and how to support these essential efforts in our governments, schools, and communities.
Healthcare Reform: The Role for Substance Abuse Prevention
Federal health reform offers opportunities to prioritize substance abuse prevention efforts within clinical practices.
A Paradigm Shift in Selecting Evidence-Based Approaches for Substance Abuse Prevention
This Prevention Tactic is a tool for understanding how to select, implement, and evaluate evidence-based interventions.
SPF: Tip Sheet 1 – Conducting a Needs Assessment
Focusing a needs assessment on key factors related to specific communities or sub-populations makes data collection more effective.
SPF: Tip Sheet 2 – Determining Prevention Priorities and Problem Statements
County-wide prevention efforts need to interpret data to determine best practices and prevention priorities.
SPF: Tip Sheet 3 – Developing Measurable Goals and Objectives
Tips to create measurable goals and objectives for the Strategic Prevention Framework planning process.