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| Alateen - Tell It Like It Is | Teenagers tell about growing up in alcoholic homes. Effective for young people to learn about Alateen. | 6th-8th | 15 |
| All Bottled Up | Animated film about alcoholism and it's effect on the family. Kids talk about what their idea of an alcoholic is & the effect on the family. They suggest finding someone to trust & talk about it. Made in cooperation w/ Alanon Family Groups & NCA. | 6th-8th | 10 |
| Blaming Kitty | Gives all middle school children a non-threatening perception on how a parent's or sibling's alcohol/drug use can affect them and what they can do to help themselves | 3rd-5th | 17 |
| Poor Jennifer, She's Always Losing | About growing up in a family where a parent suffers from alcoholism & the need to help the kids break the cycle of shame & silence. Also about recovery and hope. Educates adults about issues faced by of children of alcoholics & to encourage them to respond to their appropriately to their special needs. | Adult | 34 |
| Rock Bottom | n a secluded beach town, Chris Murphy finds his father, Bill, hospitalized from a drinking binge. In the course of a weekend, they must confront their fragile relationship and colliding feelings of love and compassion, anger and betrayal. It is the story of a young man who learns he cannot save his father; he must seek help and begin his own recovery. | Adult | 29 |
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| Adult Children of Alcoholics | Janet Woititz, EdD. Explores the human condition of adult children of alcoholism, discussing the value of therapy & self-help programs in the recovery process. She asks ACOA's about their attitudes, feelings & behaviors & what to do with them now that you're adult | 6th-8th | 60 |
| Different Like Me | Dramatic story designed to help bring children of alcoholics out of isolation. It portrays Jason, who's mother is an alcoholic, and how his life is effected this family disease | 9th-12th | 32 |
| Keeping Secrets - Suzanne Somers | An ABC television movie about Suzanne Sommers' life growing up in an alcoholic family. | Adult | 60 |
| Lots of Kids Like Us | A story told through a small boy's eyes. His dad drinks too much and his parents fight. He goes to camp & meets a boy whose mom is in recovery. The boy teaches him how to stay safe & that it's not his fault that dad can't control drinking. | 3rd-5th | 29 |
| Soft is the Heart of a Child | Story of a family that is threatened by Alcoholism. Focuses on the Children-rather than the alcoholic-the video shoes three youngsters confused and frightened by the father's drinking, by arguments, by violence. You see the turning point to family resolve | 3rd-Adult | 30 |
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| Agony Of Ecstasy: Invest. Report. | Acclaimed A&E documentary on the dangers of ecstasy | Adult | 50 |
| Dancing With Darkness | An introduction to the dangers of club drugs presented by the DEA | Adult | 11 |
| Dancing With Death | Former teen users give personal experiences of ecstasy use. Experts and law enforcement give testimony about effects and dangers of club drugs. | Adult | 15 |
| Ecstasy and Rave Scenes | Earl Fielder, a DEA Agent, goes over the popular club drugs and offers a scene of an actual RAVE dance party | Adult Only | 67 |
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| Drug Abuse and HIV: Reaching Those At Risk | Shows hw three intervention models educate out-of -treatment injection drug users about AIDS, the behaviors that transmit the disease, and strategies that reduce the risk of contracting AIDS. Focuses primarily on indigenous leaders community outreach | Adult | 16 |
| Of Choice, Our Chance Communities | A film to organize & motivate the community into action. Appropriate for Municipal Alliances or other community groups. | Adult | 20 |
| Prevention Works! How To Make It Work | A video documentary illustrating what substance abuse prevention is, what makes it most effective and how it is being put to work by organizations nationwide | Adult | 42 |
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| A question About Sex | An ABC after school special about the pressures of teenage sex. | 9th-12th | 15 |
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| My Wings Grow Powerful | A marketing tape for the Dare To Be You Parenting Program. This Preschool Parenting Education Program for children with ages 2-5 years old. This video describes what the out come of this program was, but not the actual program in depth | Adult | 21 |
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| A Dangerous Affair | This video follows the life of a woman and how her relationship with a romantic man led to her contracting AIDS virus while in college. | 9th-12th | 20 |
| About Stress | This film is designed to ask 5 basic questions about stress? What is stress?, How does stress affect you?, What are the main source of stress?, What can you do t help manage stress?, What can you do if stress becomes unmanageable? Other questions are addressed: Can drugs reduce stress?, What is "burnout"? | Young Adult | 18 |
| All About Anger | Anger for young children can be puzzling & outward show it self w/ destructive behavior. Illustrates anger is normal & universal. Although anger is not an emotion to be controlled, it show them how to deal with it more positively. | 3rd-5th | 16 |
| Drug Free Commun. Grantees Conf. | Director McCaffrey of CSPAN. For internal review only. | Adult | 15 |
| Harlem Diary: Nine Voices of Resilience | Nine personal stories of dignity, laughter, and pride amidst the forgotten and frightening world which is Harlem. | 9th-12th | 100 |
| Learning the Ropes | This video introduces the fast paced sport of competitive Double Dutch jump roping. The story aims to exalt Double Dutch as a competitive sport and a means of keeping children off the streets and away from drugs. | 3rd-5th | 20 |
| Less Stress | A film explaining that stress can be harmful/helpful, but can make you ill if unchecked. Vignettes show a number of situations in which stress keeps us from functioning well. One of the Vignettes illustrates peer pressure & the resulting stress | 3rd-5th | 15 |
| Making Friends | Frankie learns how to make new friends at a new school. His special mentor allows Frankie to hear the thoughts of others as they take the first steps in forming new friendships. In three short steps young viewers will learn basic steps in meeting new people. | 3rd-5th | 12 |
| Respect And You | Respect yourself & others builds tolerance, develops empathy, and creates caring relationships. Using realistic scenarios, followed by thought provoking disc. questions, challenges viewers to think critically about the issues involved in respect. | 6th-8th | 28 |
| Respect Yourself and Others, Too | Teaches social sensitivity as a key step in promoting respect & understanding among students. Emphasizes the importance of respecting rights & needs of others, illustrates the problems that result from putdowns, fighting, or ignoring others feelings | 3rd-5th | 17 |
| Respect Yourself, Protect Yourself | Teens talk to teens about liver wellness. | 9th-12th | 10 |
| Self-Confidence, Step By Step | Shows middle schoolers how self-confidence is built thru small successes. Makes it clear that a good self-image is not tied to clothes or looks, but instead must be earned and internalized thru taking constructive risks & developing individual competency | 6th-8th | 22 |
| Square Pegs - Round Holes | In a cartoon, a square with legs tries to fit in a round hole and finds out that he doesn't fit in. He finally decides to make his own place in the world & decides it isn't perfect, but he can always make another place for himself | K-2 | 10 |
| Stress Management | This video ask 6 basic questions: What is stress?, How does stress affect you?, What are the main sources of stress?, What can you do to help prevent stress?, Are there special ways to help mange stress? What can you do if stress becomes unmanageable? | 6th-8th | 15 |
| Teenagers Talk: Getting Through Coping Skills | Teens talk about what it is like to grow up as a teenager today. This film is animated with voice overs. | 6th-8th | 12 |
| When Mom And Dad Break Up | Answers questions like: Was it my fault?, Do Mom and Dad still love me?, Will I always feel bad? Hosted by Alan Thicke and leading family experts. Reassuring and entertaining, this special program uses music, dance, animation, and kid to kid straight talk to help youngsters who feel bad, mad, or sad feel a whole lot better. | 3rd-5th | 32 |
| Young People and Self Esteem | This video asks 5 basic questions: What is self esteem? What are things that influence your self-esteem?, What are some effects of low self-esteem?, What are some benefits of high self-esteem?, What can you do to improve self-esteem? | 3rd-5th | 18 |
| Young People and Stress | This video ask 5 basic questions: What is stress?, How does it affect you?, What are the main sources of stress?, What can you do to help manage stress?, What can you do if stress becomes unmanageable? | 6th-8th | 19 |
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| About Good Nutrition | This film is designed to ask 6 basic questions about nutrition. Why should you learn about good nutrition?, what nutrients do you need to stay healthy?, How can you get enough basic nutrients?, What are some ways to improve your diet? Can a healthy diet help maintain a desirable weight?, What people have special nutrition needs?, Other questions addressed in this film: Should I take vitamins?, What are "natural foods"?, What are empty calories?, What is cholesterol?, Can special diets cure disease?, Can crash diets or mechanical devices help me lose weight? | 9th-12th | 15 |
| About Wellness | This video ask 5 basic questions: Why should you learn about wellness?, Are there some health risks you can't control?, What health risks can you control?, What can you do to improve your health?, Where can you get more information about wellness? | Young Adult | 15 |
| I Think | A film dealing with a young girl's self-concept & the influence her peers have on her. She is invited to an eccentric older neighbor's birthday party & has to make a decision whether or not to attend. | 3rd-5th | 19 |
| Remotely Science | A Middle school put together this video which discusses the importance of science. As a group of young people flip through the channels they learn about animal research, how the brain works, along with music videos and more. | 3rd-5th | 22 |
| Understanding Aids: What Teens | Designed to address specific teenage concerns and needs, Teens ask the questions in this program about AIDS. Experts in AIDS research and adolescent behavior respond , stressing two themes: Teens can prevent AIDS transmission through their behavior; Teens need to learn how to live with the AIDS epidemic | 6th-8th | 19 |
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| You And Your Heart | This video asks 5 basic questions: How does your heart work?, What are some common diseases affecting the heart?, How does a heart attack occur?, What should you do if someone has a heart attack?, What can you do to prevent heart disease? | Young Adult | 18 |
| Take Action: Learn the Signs of Pre-Term Labor | This video teaches pregnant women: who is at risk for preterm labor, the signs and symptoms of preterm labor, what to do if they think they are having preterm labor, who to call, importance of this information. | 7th-Adult | 9 |
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| Epidemic: Deadliest Weapon In America | Teaches about the dangers of driving under the influence. Various accidents tell the real story of the devastating effects of alcohol crashes. Interviews with victims, drunk drivers and news footage. One segment shows the effects of BAC on driver's on a test road. | 9th-12th | 29 |
| Just Another Friday Night | Courtroom trial of an 18 yr old boy on trial for drunk driving and possible manslaughter of 8 teenagers. It flashes on a Friday night when he drove drunk and got into an accident resulting in the deaths of eight of his friends. | 6th-8th | 15 |
| The Aftermath | Discusses the consequences of drinking and driving through real stories. Includes interviews and news coverage showing the impact of DWI accidents. | 9th-12th | 15 |
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| Where's Shelly | Story of kids faced with a situation where alcohol/drugs are available. Deals with decision making and peer pressure. | 6th-8th | 14 |
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| Anything To Be A Big Boy | A film that takes place on the beach w/a lifeguard narrating & comparing hidden dangers of ocean swimming w/the danger of drinking. Information and education on alcohol/alcoholism peer pressure, drinking/driving, adult role models, & persuasive advertisement. | 3rd-5th | 4 |
| Effective High-Risk Youth Programs | The Center for the Application of Prevention Technology presents examples of effective programs for high-risk youth. | Adult | 18.5 |
| Olympic Spirit | NCADI VIDEOTAPE RESOURCE PROGRAM | Adult | 16 |
| Silent Storm | An exploration of the problem of substance abuse among people with disabilities. | Adult | 10 |
| Thinking Of Drinking | Informative film, providing facts about alcohol for someone to make a good decision. Gives history of alcohol & explains the different types of alcohol & alcohol content. Explains the action of alcohol on the body and alcoholism. | 6th-8th | 15 |
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| Him Or Me | A boy is at camp waiting w/ 2 camp counselors, for his mom to pick him up. When he finds out that Mom is going to be late he is faced with deciding what to do. The counselors suggest he take a Canoe trip or party. He has to decide | 3rd-5th | 4 |
| I Dare You | A group of kids challenge each other to dares that are potentially dangerous, exerting strong peer pressure. | 3rd-5th | 17 |
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| Safe Bet | Talks about the addiction of gambling | 6th-12th | 10 |
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Drug/Alcohol - Addiction |
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| Choices And Consequences | Interviews with youth in trouble with alcohol/drugs. | 3rd-5th | 33 |
| Fatal Addictions | And NBC news special hosted by Maria Shriver, which discusses all types of addiction & includes case histories. Taped on 8/9/89 | Adult | 20 |
| New Beginnings: Women, Alcohol and Drugs | Filmed in 1978 this video recognizes the special needs of women in recovery. The messages about addiction and recovery are just as true and powerful as today. | Adult | 19 |
| Real People Meet A Teenage DA | Documentary traces Wendy's story to provide viewers w/ hard-hitting insights into drug addiction. Gives students the opportunity to view a fellow teenager's troubled life objectively and perhaps reach some conclusions of their own. | 6th-8th | 24 |
| The Cat Who Drank And Used Too Much | Deals with addiction in a non threatening way. | K-2 | 12 |
| Treatment Issues For Women | Women give personal accounts of living with addiction and the road to recovery. | Adult | 22 |
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| 27th and Prospect | This documentary presents the year-long struggle of a Kansas City Community's fight against drugs. It consists of personal interviews of people who have lost family members to drugs and drug-related violence, statistics, and the neighborhood resident's efforts to get drugs, and the problems it brings, out of their community. | 9th-12th | 52 |
| Coming Together On Prevention | Presents three prevention models based on NIDA sponsored research. "Reconnecting Youth" is a school-based program aimed at high-risk High School students. "Strengthening Families" provides parenting skills to substance abusing parents & drug resistance skills to their children." Project STAR" is a multifaceted community-based prevention program that uses schools, parents, media, community, and public policy to prevent drug abuse among youth. | Adult | 27 |
| Creating Healthy Communities | The video presents the vision for the movement and true stories about the powerful impact it's having in communities and in the lives of young people. It features Search Institute president Dr. Peter L. Benson and other leaders and shows how any community can start over and become a positive, loving, supportive place for all young people. | Adult | 12 |
| Educate Inhalant Abuse Awareness | Directed toward parents to learn about the dangers and abuse of inhalant use in children. Provokes discussion with parents and children about this serious issues. | Adult | 21 |
| Stop The Sale: Prevent The Addiction | Adult | 26 | |
| The Prevention Story: Programs | Highlights the first 3 stages of the health communication process planning & strategy selection, selecting channels & materials & developing & pretesting messages. This fast paced uses engaging graphics, colorful footage, & interviews to help program planners understand how to develop messages and material and integrate communications into their overall prevention efforts. | Adult | 34 |
| Victims Of A Foolish Game | This video introduces PROJECT GRADUATION, the concept that teaches teens to avoid drinking and driving. It contains actual footage of teens participating the project as well as interviews and narration. This video was specifically designed to affect a teenager's attitudes. | 9th-12th | 20 |
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| Al-Anon Speaks For Itself | Recommended for those who have been affected by another's drinking problem, the professional community, and the public. The sharing of Al-anon and Al-teen members in this 15 minute film capture the essence of the program. | Young Adult | 15 |
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| Building Healthy Families: Parenting is Prevention | A discussion on how parents can help their kids grow up healthy and drug free. | Adult | 90 |
| Drug Free Kids: A Parent's Guide | An up to the minute educational and entertaining program designed especially to help you identify and deal with the urgent problem of childhood drug abuse. The host Ken Howard guides the cast through a variety of intimate family scenes that teach the parenting techniques necessary to keep your child away from drugs. America leaders in the field of drug and alcohol abuse offer constructive, sensible advice that you easily put to use within your own family. | Adult | 70 |
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| A Wasted Breath: Kids On Inhalants | Talks to kids about the dangers of inhaling common, legal house hold products. Kids talk about their own experimentation and how their use affected them physically & with their peers. Peer pressure is addressed. | 6th-8th | 19 |
| About Alcohol | This video ask Five important questions. 1. Which type of drink is less intoxicating? 2. How many drinks make you drunk? 3. What can you do if you've drank too much? 4. How many drinkers become problem drinkers? 5. What is the biggest problem caused by alcohol? | 6th-8th | 18 |
| Alcohol and the Family: Breaking Point | Explores the effect of Alcoholism on the family. Through two alcoholics and their families the video discusses, denial, codependence and how the disease effects the children. | 3rd-5th | 26 |
| Alcohol Education: The Teacher's Guide | Encourage teachers to implement an Alcohol and Drug curriculum in the classroom. Encourages teaching concepts across the board to reinforce informed decision making & provide students w/ coping skills. Deals w/ teacher's prejudices w/alcohol and drug issues & to their clarify own beliefs. | Adult | 27 |
| Alcohol Facts: For Teenagers Only | Two part film designed to give young people a straight forward, realistic look at the problems associated with moderate alcohol use, problems affecting not only those who drink but parents as well. P1-Basic facts about drinking P2- Origins of teen alcohol problems | 6th-8th | 31 |
| Alcohol, Drugs And the Brain | This film is a creative combination of live action and animation, featuring Dr. Pursch's inimitable mix of humor, information and motivation. It examines, in arresting detail, the roots of addiction and thoroughly explores and explains the myriad consequences of being "under the influence". A positive breakthrough video that can do much to aid in the prevention and treatment of substance abuse and its attendant costs, both human and economic. | 9th-12th | 28 |
| Alcohol, Drugs and Seniors | The later years should be a time to enjoy one's life. However, for many, abuse of alcohol, drugs, and medications can get worse or even begin later in life. This video discusses the effects of this abuse and why it is important to take care of yourself at any age. | Older Adult | 23 |
| Alcohol - The Unlabeled Drub | A boy and girl are examining labels and speculates on what a label on Alcohol would say. They use a computer named Hank. There are good visuals w/cartoons and videos that educate the students about Alcohol. | 3rd-5th | 14 |
| Alcohol: How Much Is Too Much | This is a didactic film that stresses that alcohol is a drug & it can be dangerous. This film shows the path of alcohol in the body and the damage it does. It also talks about alcoholism & alcohol in general. | 3rd-5th | 11 |
| America Hurts | This video describes the widespread effects of drug use in the 1980's . A good look at how much has changed since that time | Young Adult | 36 |
| Bill Wilson And A.A. | The Story of Bill Wilson and the formation of Alcoholics Anonymous. | Adult | 90 |
| Brainstorm: The Truth About Your | Developed to help 8-12 yr.olds learn about their amazing brains & what happens when drugs get into their bodies, answers Kids' questions about WHY they should say no to drugs. Supplements prev.efforts w/scientific info. & hands on activities. | 3rd-5th | 15 |
| Building Healthy Families | Stresses the importance of Parents in Child development in the field of Drug and Alcohol Education. | Adult | 90 |
| Cancelled Lives | Portrait of criminal justice system as seen through the eyes of people doing time. Based on personal letters of incarcerated individuals, provides an insider's view of life behind bars, & explores factors that lead to their crime, family abuse, D & A. | 6th-8th | 20 |
| Chalk Talk On Alcoholism | Fr. Martin gives a lecture on alcohol & alcoholism. He speaks about factors influencing attitudes & behaviors in regards to alcohol & alcoholism. Physiological effects of alcohol are described & developmental stages of alcoholism discussed. Treatment AA. | Young Adult | 60 |
| Cocaine: Beyond The Looking Glass | Recovering addicts describe the paranoia, destruction of relationships that resulted from addition. | 6th-8th | 28 |
| Coming Together On Prevention | Steps of prevention using established models. | Adult | 26 |
| Covering For Kevin | Shows kids what can happen when they use, and how using alcohol/drugs can seriously affect their lives as well as the lives of their friends & family. | 3rd-5th | 18 |
| Decision: Alcohol | A teenager lives w/ an alcoholic family that is always fighting. He starts experimenting w/drinking & tries to decide whether or not to drink.. After his parents are fighting, he gets hit by drunk neighbor & the film flashes back on previous events. | 6th-8th | 15 |
| Drug Wars - Crank County | A comprehensive examination of the growing methamphetamine problem. This film is based on a young man who began with smoking pot and drinking alcohol. Eventually graduating to the use of other drugs because of peer pressure. The story is told by his sister who recounts his beginning drug use and progression to heroin. Scenes of him doing drugs, detoxing and coping. Topics for discussion with handout--What could he have done to help himself., When did he become an addict, and What are Gateway drugs. This film is also a good Adult training film for prevention. | 9th-12th | 23 |
| Drug Wars- One Families Battle | This film is about Eric, a clean cut athletic, educated, motivated and personable boy, that comes from a good family. His addiction started with " gateway drugs" His attitude is one of " I'm only hurting myself" . Viewers will observe how untrue this attitude is and how desperately Eric wants to believe it. | 6th-8th | 15 |
| Drugs: Values and Decisions | Using true to life situations, this program focuses on the reasons teens take drugs. Explodes the myth that drugs can help solve problems. Emphasizes that students can say no to drugs. | 6th-8th | 35 |
| Effective High Risk Youth Program | Steps of prevention using established model. Prevention Program models include: Child Development Project, Across Ages, Residential Student Assistance Program, SMART Leaders, Creating Lasting Family Connections, Dare to Be You, and The FAN Club. | Adult | 19 |
| Elephant in the Living Room | An allegorical dramatization of the denial and secrecy that pervades life in an alcoholic home or any other type of dysfunctional family. The film points out the need for awareness and the amount of courage necessary to expose the "elephant" of addiction and dysfunction in our "living rooms" and expel the "no-talk rules" from our lives. | 3rd-5th | 25 |
| Epidemic: America Fights Back | The story of "America Hurts" continues with a look at the progress of the prevention field and treatment of drug users. The timeless message of community involvement in combating this problem is reinforced with success stories. | Adult | 31 |
| Faces of Addictions | 3 stories--1. Addicted: Journalist Linda Ellerbee uncovers the faces of addiction amidst facts and figures of disease, violence, and death caused by substance abuse. One thing these faces have in common is their need for heroin, cocaine, crack alcohol or nicotine. 2. Flashback: A true story of addiction shown through the eyes and words of a young addict who fights back for: a mother who never stops loving her; to be voted class valedictorian by her friends/peers; to recognize her own face of addiction and the battle she has to win everyday. 3. 27th & Prospect: One year in the fight against drugs. Each New Year's Eve they come together to recite the litany of names of family, friends, neighbors and strangers who have died from drug-related accidents, violence or overdose in the past year. | 9th-12th | 35 |
| Frontline: Stopping Drugs | 6th-8th | 15 | |
| Guidelines (Fr Martin Lecture) | Father Martin lectures on 8 guidelines he suggests for dealing with alcoholics and alcoholism. They are attitudes, recognition of addiction, confrontation, responsibility, family, resources, and no discouragement. His presentation is witty and interesting. | Young Adult | 45 |
| Hallucinogens: A Trip To Nowhere | A collection of slide pictures and a narrator discussing harmful effects of different types of hallucinogens on the individual and the society. | 9th-12th | 35 |
| Hard Facts: Speak Up, Speak Out | Three scenarios to illustrate peer pressure, learning to say no and education about alcohol, marijuana, & crack. This film is useful to stimulate discussion. | 9th-12th | 56 |
| Helping Your Children Stay Out | This video for parents to use in teaching their children how to resist peer pressure, say not to trouble, and still keep their friends. It illustrates the techniques for teaching the skill through a series of steps and cues. | 3rd-5th | 24 |
| Hidden Dangers | A film that takes place on the beach w/a lifeguard narrating & comparing hidden dangers of ocean swimming w/the danger of drinking. Information and education on alcohol/alcoholism peer pressure, drinking/driving, adult role models, & persuasive advertisement. | 3rd-5th | 14 |
| Hope: Alcoholics Anonymous | A short film that explains the basic premises of the AA program; including the steps and traditions, home groups, primary purpose, and sponsorship. Good for showing to groups to acquaint them with Twelve Step Programs | 9th-12th | 15 |
| How Can I Tell When I'm Hooked | Program offers a working definition of addiction, addresses questions that need to be asked, including recognizing when someone is addicted. Describes various kinds of addiction, identifies who is at risk, asks students to evaluate their own drug use. | 9th-12th | 20 |
| If You Can Change Your Mind | A video that describes How drugs affect your brain, harm to unborn babies, if an addict can be rehabilitated, who uses drugs, why animals are used to study drug addiction, how drugs hurt the community. | 6th-8th | 31 |
| Inhalant Use: Please Don't Breathe | Adolescents learn facts about inhalants & their ill effects with this animated video w/ computer generated art & up beat music. After Mr. Johnson closes for the night, containers of correction fluid, glue, hairspray& spray paint come to life. They discuss the physiological and addictive effects of both intentional and unintentional use, and what to do if someone is unconscious or disoriented from using inhalants. This video will send young people a clear message that inhalants are "not cool". It covers harmful side effects, including hallucinations, cancer, brain damage, damages during pregnancy, and the sudden onset of "sniffing death." | 6th-8th | 12 |
| Inhalants: The Adult Primer | 7 minute Texas oriented video introduces adults to inhalant abuse especially suited for meetings. | Adult | 7.5 |
| Inhalants: The Silent Epidemic | 2 families confronted with their children using inhalants to escape problems. They're naive about the drug use. Both families face the fatality of drugs directly and indirectly. Both families seek treatment & use their stories to help others. | 3rd-5th | 23 |
| It's Your Right To Say No | An MTV type video with snippets of teenagers sounding off their opinions about alcohol , drinking & driving. | 6th-8th | 4 |
| JR's Story: Chemical Dependency | This is a story of a strong-spirited young man whose problems with substance abuse are both physically and emotionally exacerbated by the fact that he has quadriplegia and uses a wheelchair for mobility. Despite running into major problems with the law, being suspended from school and sustaining bodily injury on numerous occasions, JR continues to see his drug & alcohol use as an "acceptable risk". After being confronted by the filmmaker about his chemical dependency. JR comes to the personal decision that if he is to have any quality of life at all, he must enter a recovery program. When the viewers last see JR, he is sober, and taking life one day at a time. | 9th-12th | 26 |
| Kids Talking To Kids About Drugs | 6 teenage journalists hit the streets of 4 big cities, interviewing teens from all walks of life about their perceptions, attitudes and experiences with drugs. What they saw, the real-life stories they heard, and their raw reactions to sometimes chilling stories of drug abuse are captured in this video. | 9th-12th | 27 |
| (2) Lifelines: To Healthy Babies |
Dramatic stories of three low-income women of different ethnic, backgrounds who were faced with choices to make about cigarettes, alcohol, and other drug use during pregnancy | 9th-12th | 16.5 |
| Listen To The Voices | This film portrays two young men, one a former Coast Guardsman and a Navy enlisted man. The stories are recounted by the actual people involved, describing the incident, their feelings and reactions as well as any consequences from these major life altering occurrences. The first man describes the loss of his career, how treatment helped and also the pain he will continue to live with resulting from his having killed two teenagers near his naval base (Ocean City). | 9th-12th | 30 |
| Marijuana: The Mirror That Magnifies | In-depth video about history and different types of cannabis; its effects on the brain and other organs; stages of addiction and the recovery process. Brief scenes marijuana use. | Adult | 20 |
| Monica & The Powerful Drug | An animated film on the dangers of alcohol as a drug. Main character Monica the Monkey finds out her brother Manny has been drinking and wants to know why it makes him act like a "human". The film explains through songs, that alcohol is a drug, it changes your personality. It also address peer pressure, saying no and that without alcohol, you can accomplish so much more in life. | 3rd-5th | 15 |
| My Pot Video | Combines a teenager's point of view with quick cut, documentary style techniques to present important facts & telling portraits of marijuana use. | 9th-12th | 17 |
| No Kinda Life | A message to young people from "inside" the prison. Hard facts about the consequences of alcohol and other drug abuse. | 9th-12th | 23 |
| Over The Limit | An afterschool special about teen drinking. | 6th-8th | 30 |
| Pandora's Bottle | Mariette Hartley narrates this film which illustrates the differences in the way society perceives the woman drinker versus the male drinker. Deals w/ the issues that effect women and help contribute to their barriers to seeking treatment. | 6th-8th | 40 |
| Right Turns Only | Prevention television program is designed to help young people make the right decisions and avoid the dangers of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. | 6th-8th | 151 |
| Shattered If Your Kid's On Drugs | An after school special format tells the story of two all-American families and their check with reality as they deal with their children's drug use. | 6th-8th | 59 |
| Social Responsibility: It's My Health | High school student finds one of his best friends dealing drugs. Upset he asks friend to stop. Friend gets angry and say its none of his business. Other friends seem to think he should mind his own business. Stresses social responsibility (Beau Bridges). | 6th-8th | 15 |
| Staying Out Of Trouble With Your | 4th grade film to help kids learn how to say no & keep their friends. It reviews the 5 steps to learning the skill in a unique format & provides breaks to stop the tape and participate in role-play. | 3rd-5th | 15 |
| Steroids: Big Trouble Ahead | Comp.generated art & rap music keep kids interested Doogie's story, an adolescent boy who wants steroids so he can be muscular & make the school football team. He ask his Dr. to give him steroids & stages a mock courtroom where Mr. Anabolic Steroids is on trial. | 3rd-5th | 12 |
| Straight At Ya! | Presented in a classroom setting where Kirk Cameron talks with high school aged class about the realities of drug use. It is divided into three parts which discuss topics such as peer pressure and the right and wrong way to say no. Also, how drugs can effect your body and your life. Alternative solutions to handling problems and pressures are presented through real life scenarios. This film is down to earth, informative and interesting. | 9th-12th | 50 |
| Straight Talk | Four teenagers talk about why they won't use drugs & successful methods they have found to avoid pressures to use alcohol and other drugs. Includes one teen is a recovering alcoholic and drug user. | 3rd-5th | 30 |
| Team | A film made to illustrate and just introduce Student prevention programs. | 9th-12th | 10 |
| The Invisible Line | Emotional & dramatic program, designed to make viewers feel what it's like to lose a relative or friend to drugs. Story revolves around Matt whose older brother recently died of and OD. Questioning why no one tried to stop him & why no one will talk about it. The film covers drug addiction as a disease and why not everyone becomes addicted | 6th-8th | 31 |
| The Performance Edge | This package contains everything you'll need to lead a discussion about alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Begin by showing the video, then pass out copies of JAM!, A fourteen page magazine that gives students the 'real deal: about topics like physical performance, peer pressure, secondhand smoke, and tobacco and alcohol advertising (plus fun features like a trivia quiz). The leader's guide, which corresponds to articles in JAM! - features questions chosen to encourage discussion And critical thinking. There's also a colorful poster designed to interest teens in the "Performance Edge" message. | 9th-12th | 9 |
| This is Your Life Drug Free | Personal accounts of how drug use negatively affects one's life. Three teenagers recount their stories of drug use and rehabilitation. | 9th-12th | 28 |
| Voices of Experience | (Produced for National Alcohol Screening Day) This video features first hand accounts from individuals who have overcome alcohol problems, intermixed with comments by health care providers. | 9th-12th | 26 |
| Wasted Youth | Real stories about the dangers of binge drinking | 9th-12th | 25 |
| What Should You Do? | A new kid tries to fit in. Davey has trouble accepting him into the class. The short film ends with Davey asking his friend Mike to follow the new kid home. It's up to you to decide what's right. | 3rd-5th | 5 |
| What's Wrong With Beer | Documentary style program designed to engage the youthful viewer and to identify w/ young people in the program. Also, in the process become better able to evaluate his or her own drinking patterns and become clearer about the risks. | 6th-8th | 25 |
| Why Is Mickey Mouse Crying? | Discusses alcoholism in the family using a narrator &puppets. Introduces the idea of alcoholism as a disease & stresses that no one causes it & it helps to talk about it. Tells Mickey Moose to take care of himself & get help for his family. | K-2 | 10 |
| Wise Use Of Drugs | Will Carey narrates film about elderly drug use. The film is broken up into segments dealing with: a) Preventing drug problems by communicating with your doctor b) Buying & taking drugs wisely c) Healthy aging. Drug interactions and cost cutting. | Older Adult | 30 |
| Women And Alcohol | Carol Burnett narrates personal stories from women about their alcoholism and recovery. Educational and treatment pieces. | Adult | 30 |
| Women, Drugs And Alcohol | Women are interviewed and speak candidly about their past, drug use and the consequences of that use. | Adult | 22 |
| You Can Say No To A Drink Or Drugs | Keith Hernandez narrates. It is broken into sections on Alcohol, Cocaine, and Marijuana. There is a short introduction by Keith, a segment w/ actors, an informational segment & then a wrap up. | 6th-8th | 27 |
| Young People And Alcohol | This film is designed to ask young people about 5 basic question regarding alcohol. Which is less intoxicating, beer, wine, hard liquor?, How does alcohol affect the body?, What can you do if someone's drunk?, What are some problems caused by alcohol?, Where can young people get help for alcohol problems? There are some other questions that are addressed: How may drinkers become problem drinkers?, Does drinking affect relationships?, Why do some people drink in the first place?, Do children of alcoholics have special problems?, Is alcohol emotionally addicting or physically addicting? | 6th-8th | 18 |
| Young People And Drug Abuse | This video asks 5 basic questions: What is drug abuse? Why do some young people abuse drugs?, What kinds of drugs are abused?, What are some other risks of abusing drugs?, Where can drug abusers turn for help? | 6th-8th | 20 |
| The Great Disconnect | Shows the discrepancy between the beliefs about drug addiction and what science has actually discovered. | 9th-Adult | 25 |
| Hemp: Chasing Smoke | A documentary on marijuana use, effects/consequences. | 9th-Adult | 36 |
| Binge Drinking Blow Out: The Extreme Dangers Of Alcohol Use | Intended for High School Audiences: tells the experiences of College students, there involvement with binge drinking, and consequences. | 9th-12th | 28 |
| Matt's Mission: The Life and Death of a Drunk | Atlantic County video discussion on the death of student | 9th-Adult | 36 |
| Is There an Elephant In Your Sanctuary? | This video is for those interested in exploring how churches can deal constructively with the problem of alcohol and drug dependency within their midst. Can be used for church officers, outreach committee members, support groups and general congregational viewing. Includes resources information. | Adult | 15 |
| Educate: Creating Inhalant Abuse Awareness Together | 16 | ||
| Marijuana: Weeding Out the Hype! | Myths, Facts& Illicit Drugs Series | 6th-Adult | 8 |
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| Assessment | Overview of the assessment process & makes clinicians more comfortable conducting assessments & selecting diagnostic tools during their client's treatment. Adult & Adol.tools examined include the Addicting Severity index, the Problem Oriented Screen.. | Adult | 22 |
| Marijuana: What Can Parents Do? | This videotape, specifically designed for parents, educators, and drug abuse prevention leaders, presents science based facts to educate families and the community about the resurgence in marijuana use among youth. Through the experience of real parents and teens, this video stresses the importance of opening a dialogue between parents and children, and encourages parents to communicate a strong prevention message to their children. | Adult | 14 |
| The Physician Does Make A Difference | A video was intended for use by a physician with some background in substance abuse. This video raises substance abuse awareness; motivates physician to become involved in recognition and management of substance abuse problems in their patients; and encourages physicians to take an active role in educating their patients and their communities on substance abuse issues. | Adult | 40 |
| What Should I Tell My Child About | What Should I Tell My Child About Drinking Video and brochure, hosted by Meryl Streep, is intended to help parents and other caregivers develop more effective communication skills about a subject that they often find difficult to discuss. Parents, who as Ms. Streep acknowledges are the first line of defense in guiding the growth of a child, will learn about the challenges they and their children face today and how yesterday's solutions no longer apply to today's realities. Most importantly, the materials confirm the critical role parents play in discussing alcohol with their children. | Adult | 46 |
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| PSA Project | Commercials from Cape May Tech on underage drinking | 6th-8th | 10 |
| Alcohol Crisis For Unborn | Geraldo Rivera narrates film about FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome). Tells about the symptoms and effects of alcohol on an unborn fetus. And ABC video sponsored by March of Dimes. | 9th-12th | 17 |
| And Down Will Come Baby | Teens talking about effects of drugs and alcohol unborn babies. | 6th-8th | 8 |
| Born Drunk: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome | A medical doctor talks about FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome) and explains some of the defining features. A mother is interviewed who wasn't aware of the dangers of drinking while she was pregnant. | 9th-12th | 15 |
| FAS Channel 40 News | A news segment about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome | 6th-8th | 24 |
| Influence - Innocence Betrayed | Explores the devastating impact on society of a growing population of children and adolescents permanently disabled by prenatal substance abuse. With clarity and compassion, the film follows children and their guardians as they attempt to cope with baffling learning behavioral disabilities. Case studies introduce us to children who are unable to learn how to read, and adolescents who seem to function without conscience. Inner city schools are on the frontline of this battle and interviews with educators reveal that progress is possible through early intervention. | 9th-12th | 122 |
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| Preventable Tragedy - FAS/FAE | Educational film which describes Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effects and their histories. It also describes their relationship to other birth defects. Learn how to detect the physical & behavioral indicators of FAS/FAE. Included are interviews w/ several parents of FAS children. | Adult | 26 |
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| Dual Diagnosis | Focuses on the problem of mental illness in drug-abusing and drug-addicted populations & examines various approaches useful for treating dually-diagnosed clients. | Adult | 25 |
| Adolescent Treatment Approaches | A video that addresses treatment methods best suited to treat adolescent drug abuse. | Adult | 19 |
| Assessment | An overview of the role assessment plays in the drug treatment process. | 6th-8th | 30 |
| Crossroads - SAP Team | Teens and their parents talk about what it was like when they were "using" and what it is like in recovery. | Adult | 22 |
| Enabling - Masking Reality | A combination of drama and documentary; differentiates between helping and enabling the addict; Discusses issues such as addiction, denial and delusion. | 9th-12th | 21 |
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| Living Proof | A diverse group of lesbians & gay men recovering from alcohol & drug addiction tell their stories and present issues specific to their communities concerning substance abuse & HIV status in the context of recovery | Adult | 25 |
| Adolescent Treatment Approaches | Established models on adolescent drug/alcohol treatment approaches. | Adult | 23 |
| Anger Management Course | A sample session of anger management courses. Education, Prevention, Alternatives. **can be used for older students** | Adult | 20 |
| Circle of Recovery | Hosed by Bill Moyers, this film explores a support group for men in recovery from drug & alcohol addiction. | 3rd-5th | 10 |
| Story About Feelings | Third grade film used to explain chemical dependency & recovery. It starts out w/ children coloring pictures & then goes into animation w/children narrating. A good explanation of feelings & how using chemicals control feelings. | Adult | 26 |
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| Voices From The Front | Helps viewers recognize and foster resiliencies in young people and helps then discover their own inner strengths. | Adult | 22 |
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| Treatment Issues For Women | Examines challenges women bring to treatment, along w/ ways to deal w/ relationship building, sexual & physical abuse, anger, & role confusion. Scenes from several innovative treatment prog.show how treatment services have been enhanced to serve women. | Adult | 25 |
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| Adolescent Treatment Issues | Stresses the importance of understanding the specific needs that accompany ado. devmnt. as the key to success in treatment. Understanding begins w/ accurate assessment & continues w/ aftercare monitoring. Examines family's role in treating A&D problems. | 6th-8th | 58 |
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