Alcohol and Drug Education
Schools are seen as ideal settings in which to promote mental, emotional and social wellbeing for young people. As a result, both in New Zealand and overseas, a range of alcohol, drug and mental health programmes is offered in schools, many delivered by outside providers.
Classroom-based programmes have been particularly popular, but how effective are these in curbing alcohol and drug use, reducing harm and promoting wellbeing?
To find out, a project was initiated and funded by community trusts and philanthropic organisations concerned about
the effectiveness of externally provided education programmes. The research was undertaken by Massey University’s Centre for Social and Health Outcomes Research and Evaluation (SHORE).
We have published findings from that research on our website to share with others interested in this work. This includes literature reviews and a summary 'think piece' that brings together background, international research and recommendations.
If you would like to discuss this research further, please contact our Policy Advisor, Chloe Harwood, on (09) 360 0291, or email us.
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A Review of School-based Education on Alcohol and Drugs and Mental Health/Suicide Prevention
- A four-page summary think-piece on the research, dialogue and findings
- Literature review 1: Evidence of Effective Strategies in Wider Environment.pdf
- Literature review 2: Effectiveness of School Based Alcohol and Drug Education Programmes.pdf
- Literature review 3: School based Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention Programmes.pdf
- Literature review 4: The Whole School Approach.pdf