By teaching young people to find in themselves the strength that they might otherwise try to gain from chemical substances, it is believed that teens can be taught the consequences of drug-related behavior and the benefits of natural highs.

Focus Areas:

1. Gain facts about illegal drugs
2. Identify the signs of drug abuse
3. Develop healthy problem-solving techniques
4. Learn coping skills to improve self-esteem
5. Understand the legal ramification of drug use
6. Learn refusal skills to assist in peer pressure situations
7. Realize the importance of a healthy sense of self
8. Learn available resources for help