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URL	Description
The American Council for Drug Education http://www.acde.org	A substance abuse prevention and education agency that develops programs and materials based on the most current scientific research on drug use and its impact on society.
Anti-Drug.com http://theantidrug.com	This is an excellent resource for parents and youth caregivers. This site includes a comprehensive list of drug information, advice for parents, the latest drug news, and ways to get involved in your community.
Border CAPT http://www.bordercapt.org	Border CAPT serves Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas. The CAPT system is designed to work with States and local communities, policymakers and local leaders, agencies and task forces to apply the science-based prevention technology that works.
Central CAPT http://www.ccapt.org/index.html	The Central CAPT serves North and South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, the Red Lake Region, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. The CAPT system is designed to work with States and local communities, policymakers and local leaders, agencies and task forces to apply the science-based prevention technology that works.
Creative Partnerships for Prevention http://www.cpprev.org/	The goal of this national initiative is to provide current information, ideas, and resources on how to use the arts and humanities to enhance drug and violence prevention programming, foster resiliency in youth, and implement collaborations within communities to strengthen prevention programs for youth.
CSAP Model Programs Website http://www.samhsa.gov/ centers/csap/modelprograms	This site is for everyone involved in preventing substance abuse and creating a positive change in the lives of youth. Visit the site to receive information on how to implement model programs, order free publications, nominate a program for inclusion in the National Registry of Effective Prevention Programs, and to stay abreast of the latest developments in science-based prevention research.
D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education www.dare.com	This year 36 million school children around the world--26 million in the U.S.--will benefit from D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education), the highly acclaimed program that gives kids the skills they need to avoid involvement in drugs, gangs, or violence. D.A.R.E. was founded in 1983 in Los Angeles and has proven so successful that it is now being implemented in 80 percent of the nation's school districts and in more than 52 countries around the world. D.A.R.E. is a police officer-led series of classroom lessons that teach children from kindergarten through 12th grade how to resist peer pressure and live productive drug-and- violence-free lives. The program, which was developed jointly by the Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles Unified School District, initially focused on elementary school children. It has now been expanded to include middle school and high school programs.
Drug Testing News http://www.drugtestingnews.com	A comprehensive source for up-to-date news and informatin on the drug and alcohol testing industry including legislation, legal issues, business, technology, prevention and treatment.
Greater Dallas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse http://www.gdcada.org
ForReal.org http://www.ForReal.org	A web site that examines issues of concern to teenagers -- dating, after-school jobs, homework, and driving -- to educate young people about the harmful effects of marijuana use.
Healthy Competition http://www.healthycompetition.org/	A foundation dedicated to educating parents, teens, and coaches about the dangers of performance enhancing drugs.
Inhalant Prevention Coalition http://www.inhalants.org
Leadership to Keep Children Alcohol Free http://alcoholfreechildren.org/	This is a unique coalition of more than 30 Governors' spouses, Federal agencies, and public and private organizations, is an initiative to prevent the use of alcohol by children ages 9 to 15. It is the only national effort that focuses on alcohol use in this age group. The initiative was founded by The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, and The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and has been joined by additional Federal sponsors.
NASADAD http://www.nasadad.org	NASADAD's basic purpose is to foster and support the development of effective alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and treatment programs throughout every State.
National Black Alcoholism and Addiction Council (NBAAC) http://www.ndpl.org/nbaac.html	Provides considerable help to African ancestral scholars, addiction specialists, religious leaders, consumers, human service providers in solving community problems associated with alcohol and drug abuse.
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence http://www.ncaddmaryland.org	Formed in 1988 NCADD, is a statewide organization that provides education, information, help and hope in the fight against the chronic, often fatal diseases of alcoholism and other drug addictions.
North East CAPT http://www.northeastcapt.org	North East CAPT serves Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Vermont. The CAPT system is designed to work with States and local communities, policymakers and local leaders, agencies and task forces to apply the science-based prevention technology that works.
The Prevention Resource Center Region 7 http://www.prc7.org	The PRC is a center where regional community members and professionals can have access to the most current up-to-date drug prevention information.
The Prevention Think Tank (PTT) http://www.etpinc.org/ptt.cfm	Devoted to personal and professional development for prevention professionals and advocates through traditional and high technology methods.
Rebuilding Communities (RCI) http://www.aecf.org/rci/	RCI is a seven-year initiative of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, designed to provide the supports needed to help transform troubled, economically disenfranchised neighborhoods into safe, supportive and productive environments for children, youth and their families. The Foundation works in partnership with community-based organizations on comprehensive strategies to reverse social isolation and disinvestment in low-income neighborhoods.
Recovery Resources Online http://www.soberrecovery.com/	Visit this site and thousands of links for mental health resources, eating disorders and substance abuse will be at your fingertips.
Recovery Road http://www.reroad.com/	Provides a variety of links about recovery.
Robert Wood Johnson's Substance Abuse Resource Center http://substanceabuse.rwjf.org	Designed for policy makers, community leaders, prevention and treatment professionals, educators, researchers, media, and others interested in substance abuse issues.
SADD - Students Against Destructive Decisions http://www.saddonline.com	A school-based organization dedicated to addressing the issues of underage drinking, impaired driving, drug use, and other destructive decisions and killers of young people. SADD's mission is to provide students with the best prevention and intervention tools possible to deal with the serious issues young adults are facing today. Empowerment is the foundation of SADD - empowerment to build students' confidence and ability to create changes and manage behavior in a way that results in healthy choices. SADD promotes a "no use" message of alcohol and other drugs and encourages students not to participate in activities with destructive consequences.
South East CAPT http://www.secapt.org	Serves Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virgin Islands, Virginia. The CAPT system is designed to work with States and local communities, policymakers and local leaders, agencies and task forces to apply the science-based prevention technology that works.
South West CAPT http://www.swcapt.org	Serves Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska. The CAPT system is designed to work with States and local communities, policymakers and local leaders, agencies and task forces to apply the science-based prevention technology that works.
Struggling Teens http://www.strugglingteens.com	A resource for parents & professionals trying to help at-risk teenagers.
Suicide Prevention http://www.mentalhealth.org/suicideprevention/ index.htm	Suicide Prevention
Western CAPT http://www.unr.edu/westcapt	Serves California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Guam, Hawaii, Alaska, American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands, Federated States of Micronesia. The CAPT system is designed to work with States and local communities, policymakers and local leaders, agencies and task forces to apply the science-based prevention technology that works.

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