About the Complimentary Literature Samples
   
 

Listed below are just a few featured samples of the complimentary literature that
WSADC offers to the public. Contact us for ordering information on these as well as
our other resources. (Unfortunately, due to funding restrictions, Washington State
Alcohol/Drug Clearinghouse resources are only available to residents of Washington
State. Please contact WSADC staff for information on how to find an information
center in your state).

       
     
   
  Click on a "Subject Heading" below to move to that section
     
  Developing Healthy Communities
Addiction
Drugs of Abuse
Drug-Free Workplace
Teens
Kids
Community
Pregnancy/Drug-Exposed Children
Parenting
Mentoring
Diverse Populations
Violence
For Prevention Professionals
For Treatment Professionals
State/National Reports
How To Reach Us
Print Ads & Posters
Women's Issues
   
  Developing Healthy Communities
  An updated version of the popular publication, "Developing Healthy Communities" has just arrived at the Clearinghouse. This publication contains a clear description of the Risk and Protective Factors Approach and has a new updated look and statistics. Please contact the Clearinghouse by phone or e-mail to order copies. Download the electronic version here. ( PDF file, 170 KB)
 

         “Treatment Expansion Public Education/Outreach Materials”

         


  Addiction
  If you know someone who has problems related to drinking alcohol or other drug use, you're not alone. Each of the more than 12 million problem drinkers and alcoholics in this country have people in their lives who are personally affected by alcohol or other drug abuse. Because addiction touches so many lives, it's important to educate yourself about substance abuse. We have the resources to help.
 
   
  Drugs of Abuse
  We have resources which contain detailed information about most street drugs and commonly abused prescription drugs, including their effects on the body, withdrawal symptoms, signs of addiction, and where
to turn for help.
 
   
  Drug-Free Workplace
  Nearly every worker knows someone who uses alcohol or other drugs on the job. Over 34 percent of Washington workers have encountered this in their workplace. If your co-workers are using alcohol or other drugs, it is not just their problem, it is also your problem. Your co-workers' alcohol and drug use affect your health and welfare. We have resources specifically designed for employees and employers, and suggestions
for establishing Employee Assistance Programs at your workplace.
   
 
   
  Teens
   
 

Tips for Teens:

Tips for Teens is a drug-specific series, specifically for teens. The newly designed
brochures offer readers the latest information using contemporary language and an
appealing style. The eleven titles available in the series are:

   
 
 
  • Inside the series of pamphlets readers will find relevant facts about substance abuse including: drug-specific statistics, answers to frequently asked questions and real answers to dispel popular myths associated with alcohol and drug use. Additionally, Tips for Teens includes a resource list that teens can use to access Web sites and a toll-free helpline that operates in English and Spanish.

    The pamphlets are available from the Washington State Alcohol/Drug Clearinghouse but can also be ordered from the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information at 800-729-6686 or online.

   
  Kids
 

It is never too early to begin educating kids about the dangers of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Ask us about coloring and comic books.

 

          Reach Out Now Program:

  • Reach Out Now: Talk with Your Fifth Graders About Underage Alcohol Use, Teacher Pages HTML version | PDF version
  • Reach Out Now: Talk with Your Fifth Graders About Underage Alcohol Use, Family Resource Guide HTML version | PDF version
  • Reach Out Now: Start Talking Before They Start Drinking, Sixth-Grade Teaching Guide HTML version | PDF version
  • Reach Out Now: Start Talking Before They Start Drinking, Sixth-Grade Family Resource Guide HTML version | PDF version
  • Reach Out Now: Talk poster PDF version
  • Lesson plan
    HTML version | PDF version


    Operation Miltary Kids Program:

    As part of the Operation Miltary Kids Program, five new publications have been created.  OSPI's Tough Topic Series has information relevant to supporting military kids as well as other children:
    - Issue 1: Supporting Military Kids During Deployment (pdf)
    - Issue 2: Helping Kids Cope with Stress (pdf)
    - Issue 3: Impact of Grief and Loss (pdf)
    - Issue 4: Fostering Resilience in Kids (pdf)
    - Issue 5: Military Kids, Homecoming & Reunion (pdf)
    These resources are available on the State of Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) website:
    http://www.k12.wa.us/OperationMilitaryKids/Resources.aspx

   
  Community
  You can make a difference in your community. You can build a network, and together with others in your community, create and launch effective prevention initiatives. You can get examples of successful community prevention programs, as well as guidelines for finding out more about your community's prevention needs, lists of government and non-government prevention resources, and background information on the problems caused by Alcohol and Other Drug abuse.
 

“Treatment Expansion Public Education/Outreach Materials”
   
  Pregnancy/Drug Exposed Children
  Scientific studies show that using alcohol, tobacco and/or other drugs while pregnant - especially during the earliest stages of pregnancy - increases your baby's risk for serious illness, birth defects, developmental problems, and even death. Research also shows that the sooner you stop drinking, smoking or using drugs, the better your chances of having a healthy pregnancy and a strong and healthy baby .
 
   
  Parenting
  Studies have shown that parents are the most important influence in their children's decision whether or not to use alcohol, tobacco or other drugs. Teenagers who reported feeling close to their families were the least likely to engage these risky behaviors. As a parent, it is important for you to know how to carry on a continuing dialogue with your children on the subject of drugs and to set a positive example for them.
 
   
  Women's Issues
 
  • The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) at Columbia University issued a report which finds that " ... girls and young women use cigarettes, alcohol and other drugs for reasons different from boys, their signals and situations of higher risk differ and they are more vulnerable to substance abuse and addiction and its consequences ..."
 

To download the full report, click here 'The Formative Years: Pathways to Substance Abuse among
Girls and Young Women Ages 8-22' in PDF (over 240 pages)

 
   
  Mentoring
 

When It's Not Your Kid, How Do You Deal With Drug Use and Drinking? Non-parental role models such
as coaches and scout leaders are powerful positive influences on teen lives and in some cases may be the
only person to whom a teen can turn. This pamphlet, developed for adult influencers, includes tips on what
non-parental figures can do to help a teen in need and how to talk to parents and caregivers about their
teen's problem.

   
  Diverse Populations
 
   
  Violence
 
   
  For Prevention Professionals
 
   
  For Treatment Professionals
 
   
  State/National Reports
 
   
  Print Ads
   
 
   
  Posters
   
 
   
  How to Reach Us
   
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Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 725-9696 * (800) 662-9111
clearinghouse@adhl.org
   
  NOTICE: The Washington State Alcohol/Drug Clearinghouse is the RADAR Network State Center for the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI), primarily funded to serve Washington State residents. However, if we carry a publication specific to our state, we may be able to send you one free copy at your expense for shipping and handling. A minimum of $5.00 is required. Some items may also be available in an electronic format on our website or be e-mail. We hope this helps in assisting you!
   
     
 
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