Carefully focused resources get the best results. Ages 10-13 present difficulties for some students. Programs for this age require booster sessions later or effects are lost. Adult and community support for youth. Few youth believe their community values them or views them as resources.
Many youth lack positive adult role models and caring school climates.
Additional support for high-risk youth , including children of addicted parents or with multiple risk factors. Leverage Points Research-Based Principles Experts have researched and summarized sound prevention principles. Several strategies combined to reinforce one another. Adaptation of the program to match age, culture, and locality. Skill and attitude as well as knowledge building.