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Family Info Resource Manual r i RECEIVED C:£Fr 17 lC1P¿'" ..1 -..IV_- STATE OF KANSAS CIT" H~"'-'~"";"" "~~"'E li: I~I;-,\:,t.\;)\.;-.-v JOHN CARLIN- GOV£R'OR ; --.--- __-.n._.- STATE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND REHABILITATION SERVICES ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE SERVICES ROBERT C HARDER- S£CRETAR' 2700 WEST 6TH STREET TOPEKA- KANSAS 66606 (913) 296-3925 KANS-A-N 56 I -3925 TO: Persons Interested in Families Dr. Lorne A. Phillips, commissioner~~ The Family Information Resource Manual lFIRM) FROM: RE: DATE: September 16, 1982 Enclosed you will find a copy of the recently developed Family Information Resource í~anual (FIRM). This manual has been prepared as a result of requests for such information from parent groups and prevention agencies throughout the state. As is stated in the introduction to the manual, SRS/ADP.S does not necessarily endorse all of the materials listed in the FIRM. The information is provi oed as an aid to parents/f ami 1 i es and those persons who work wi th parents/families. The applicability and appropriateness of any and all materials must be decided upon on a local oasis. If you have any questions, additions, or suggestions regarding FIRM please contact Ron Alexander of my staff. We appreciate you interest in, and committment to strong families and hope that the FIRIV1 is helpful to you. Again, if we can be of assistance in your efforts, do not hesitate to call. LAP:REA:ra cc: Elaine tirady Cynthia Galyardt KIDS AND DRUGS: Valerie Paape This program is designed to give parents general information about drugs and their use, an opportunity to examine the skills needed for the prevention of harmful drug involvement in the family, and an opportunity to develop a prevention goal and a plan for achieving that goal. IIKids and Drugs" is based on the same philosophy of child training as is outlined in S.T.E.P. This program advocates letting children make decisions and be responsible for the consequences, using effective communication and exploring natural and logical consequences as an approach to discipline. To get the most out of "Kids and Drugsll parents need to commit time and effort to the program. They must be willing to attend the sessions regularly, to do the readings and the exercises, and to participate in the discussions and activities. The program is designed to take place during seven different two hour sessions. Availability: As this Resource Directory goes to press, the uKids and Drugs" materials are not in final form. A limited number of draft leader and participant guidebooks are available on a loan basis from SRS/AOAS. Upon completion of field testing and final printing, the material will be available from the Alcoholism Foundation of Manitoba, 201-1580 Dublin Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3E Ol4. Phone: 204/775-8601. PREVENTION EDUCATION FOR PARENTS by Darlene Golinoski and MOTHERS AND FATHERS This is a series of four sets of five filmstrips "designed to help parents and parents-to-be become aware of the impact of a mother and father.s relationship on their children and to re-examine their roles as mothers and fathers. Eleven authorities in the areas of child development, psychology, educational studies, social work and home and family life served as consultants for this project which examines how children react to their parents. lives, thoughts, problems, and relationships.1I The concerns of single parent households are given special consideration, the effects of two working parents are discussed, and concrete suggestions for meeting the needs of children in our changing society are given. Availability: The complete series of four is available for $220.00 from Parents. Magazine Films, Inc., 90 S. Bedford Road, Mt. Kisco, New York 10549. Phone: 914/666-4100. PARENTHOOD IN AMERICA This is a series of four sets of five filmstrips which presents Ita detailed historical examination of parent-child relationships.1I The program is designed "to help parents, students and persons who work with children gain a better understanding of their attitudes toward the children in their care.1I The changing trends in the structure and concept of the Ameri can fami ly are looked at with regard to our current ideas of parenthood and family life. This series may be used by community groups and organizations, teachers, and other professionals and paraprofessionals who work with families. Availability: The complete series of four sets of material is available for $200.00 from Parentis Magazine Films, Inc., 90 S. Bedford Road, Mt. Kisco, New York 10549. Phone: 914/666-4100. PARENTING SKILLS PROG~AM IIThis program is designed to help parents become aware of what children face during their growing years. The series will hellp parents 'practice. ahead of time by thinking about ways to respond to their children1s behavior; become aware of behavior cues that indicate pressure or problems for their children; be more aware of their own reaction and feelings...and how to express them; and recognize their child's growing independence and life outside the family. The program is based on three film series dealing with various stages of child development. Four short fi lms from each series are used, and each fi 1m is accompanied by a discussion guide. The guides includ,e a brief description of the film, an introductory activity, and discussion questions. The format for the Parenting Skills Program can be easily adapted to meet the needs of a group. It could involve an evening program using films for one specific age group or it could be designed as a series of workshops using all three of the film series." Availability: This program is available from the Minnesota Prevention Resource Center, 2829 Verndale Avenue, Anoka, Minnesota 55303. Phone: 612/427-5310. PARENT INVOLVEMENT: A PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS AND EDUCATORS This is a series of five sets of five filmstrips developed "in response to the increasing awareness of the need for parent involvement in early educati on." The series is des i gned lito ai d educators in estab 1 i shi ng effective parent involvement programs in schools, preschools, day care centers and other chi 1 d care programs. II It addresses many of the concerns facing teachers, administrators and child care workers who have established, or who are considering establishing parent involvement programs. Availability: The complete series of filmstrips costs $260.00 and may be purchased from Parents' Magazine Films, Inc., 90 S. Bedford Road, r~t. Kisco, New York 10549. Phone: 914/666-4111. PARENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE (PAR) . PAR is an adult drug education program designed to nelp parents develop a personal perspective on the complexities and significance of our drug-oriented society. It is a prevention program for parents of elementary and junior high school-aged children. The overall! goal of the program is to address parental concerns about chemical use problems among children and increase parental abilities to respond to the needs of family members. The program takes place in five, two-hour sessions. In each session t~ere is a presentation to all participants and then small (8-12 person) group discussions of the presentation led by volunteer facilitators. Availability: Facilitator and participant manuals are available in limiteC' quantities on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Additional copies may Df purchased for $2.25 plus postage per manual from the Minnesota Prevt:n'iol. Resource Center, 2829 Verndale Avenue, Anoka, Minnesota 55303. Phone: 612/427-5310. S,c.... ~d......Nr".!ED ; . ,I \~ I . (-, " 0 EFFECTIVE PARENTING FOR DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION IIThis four-day course has two principal purposes: to help parents examine their behavior toward their children, and to tlrain trainers (parents, counselors, others) in the technique of administering courses/seminars on effective parenting." Topics discussed include themes of adolescence, the emergence of self, parents and models for children, problem solving, drug education in the family, goal setting, etc. Availability: Details regarding the specific availability of this package and its cost may be obtained by contacting HcS, I nc. , 11325 Seven Locks Road, Suite 231, Potomac, Maryland 20854. Phone: 301/983-9515. FAMILIES...WALKING TOGETHER This program, featuring a book and an audio cassette tape, was designed to share some ideas with parents and "emerging" teenagers about getting along up close. The materials are for happy families still trying to do to better and for those who find the road a little bumpier than expected.1I The book, A Ste~ l!! the :i9ht Direction, is geared primarily for the teenager(s) in the amilyan is authored by Bill Cosby, Charlie Shedd, Rick Little and Myrtle Collins. The cassette tape, for both parents and teenager(s), presents practical information on "Building Self-Confidence in Your Child.1I The speaker is Or. James Dobson. Availability: Three copies of this program are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. In addition, this program is available for $19.50 from The Quest National Center, 2703 North Main Street, Findlay, Ohio 45840. Phone: 419/424-9466. FAMILY WORKSHOPS by Dr. Fred Streit This training package is designed to be conducted over six or seven 2-2 1/2 hour sessions. The purposes of the training are to create an understanding between parents and their adolescents about what makes adolescents behave as they do; to enable parents to bettE!r understand their own behavior toward each other and toward their adolescent, as we 11 as how that beha vi or is perc i eved by thei r ado 1 esc:ent; and to provide the experience in a non-threatening environment allowing the family time to experiment with alternative behaviors. The Family Workshop program is not designed to solve specific problems for involved families or adolescents. It is a primary prevention strategy which attempts to reach families before the adolescent experiences serious problems. I Availability: Several people throughout the State of Kansas have been tra i ned to de 1 i ver thi s program. For a current 1 i st i ng of these trainers contact SRS/ADAS. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Fred Streit Associates, 168 Woodbridge Avenue, Highland Park, New Jersey 08904. Phone: 201/572-3120. FOCUS ON THE FAMILY This is a series of seven color films featuring Dr. James Dobson. The films, ranging in length from 34 to 64 minutes, focus on different aspects of family 1 ife. The seven film titles are: liThe Stlrong-Willed Child", "Shaping the Will Without Breaking the Spirit", IIchristian Fatheringll, IIPreparing for Adolescence: The Origins fo Self-Doubt", IIWhat Wi ves Wi sh The i r Husbands Knew About Women The Lone ly Housewife", and "What Wi ves Wi sh Thei r Husbands Knew About Women - Money, Sex and Children". IIThis film seminar is recommended for use as a one or two day semi nar experi ence for parents and teachers. Or, it may be used as a series, with showings of the films in sequence, daily or weekly." Availability: The film series may be rented at a cost of $375.00 from Lewis Fi 1m Service, 1425 East Central, Wichita, Kansas 67214. Phone: 316/263-6991. FUNDAMENTALS OF PARENT ACTION This one day technical assistance seminar is intended "to provide parent groups with a comprehensive review of issues and guidance on directions information which they can assimilate into their organizational development, planning and activities. Availability: Details regarding the specific availability of this package and its cost may be obtained by contacting HcS, Inc., 11325 Seven Locks Road, Suite 231, Potomac, Maryland 20854. Phone: 301/983-9515. HOW TO TALK SO KIDS WILL LISTEN AND LISTEN SO KIDS WILL TALK by Adele Faber and Elaine Maglish "This is a practical book - a program of action rather tha.n another theory of how things should work. It addresses itself to everyday problems that parents have to cope with - anger (their own and their children's), neglected household chores, fighting between kids, defiance, etc. and suggests ways of communicating that help ai11 family members to feel good about themselves. Each chapter is filled with dialogues, role-playing exercises, and lively cartoons that show at a glance the contrast between helpful and unhelpful methods of communication. II A workbook for parents is also available to accompany the text. Availability: This book and workbook is available in many bookstores or through the Negoti ation Institute, Inc., 230 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10169. Phone: 212/986-5557. SCAII~ '~D . , '\~ï.~¡.'~rp." ri,,', ~ ". ',- " '. ' _"]1 , " t . ¡:', k ~ ' '-, I ,d~ t.J THE ART OF PARENTING by Dr. Bi 11 R. Wagonseller, Mary Burnett, Dr. Bernard Salzberg and Joe Burnett This is a series of five filmstrips and five parentis manuals designed lito allow parents to understand their child1s behavior patterns and assist parents in decision techniques and methods for handling whatever problems arise. Specific attention is given to areas of communication, assertiveness and behavior management in such a manner that will promote discussion and exploration of possible solutions rather than promote the idea that there is only one way to handle a situation. II Availabil ity: This package is available for purchase from Research Press Company, 2612 North Mattis, Champaign, Illinois 61820. Phone: 217/352-3273. BUILDING BRIDGES, NOT WALLS This package is geared specifically at drug abuse prevention in the family. The objectives for the package are that participants will increase their awareness and understanding of drug use in our society, their knowledge of drugs most commonly abused by young people, their understanding and skills in the prevention of drug abuse problems, their ability to communicate with their children in making more responsible decisions, and their ability to promote a more positive self-image in their children. Availability: Information regarding this package may be obtained by contacting SRS/ADAS or Awareness House Training and Development Systems, Inc., 1305 3rd Avenue, Suite 511, Seattle, Washington 98101. Phone: 206/682-4921. cO~~UNICATION AND PARENTING SKILLS (CAPS) CAPS has been developed based on the theory that parents have many common goals. The goals CAPS identifies include improvement of family interaction, resolving problems and conflicts, and learning how to best encourage each child1s development as a unique individual. CAPS is designed to teach skills which are helpful in reaching¡ those goals. Among the skills that are discussed and practiced are how to listen for your child's feelings, how to convey understanding, and how to communicate your own feelings to your child. It is intended to be used in conjunction with an ongoing skills training group that is led by someone trained specifically in the program. Availability: A limited number of copies of both participant and leader manuals are available on a loan basis from SRSjAOAS. Additional copies may be obtained from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Division of Training, 5600 Fishers Lane,¡ Rockville, Maryland 20875. Phone: 301/443-4426. CONFLICTS BETWEEN PARENTS AND CHILDREN This series of four sets of five filmstrips has been produced by Parentis Magazine and is designed lito provide adults with an understanding of how and why confl ict situations with young children often arisell and suggestions for constructive ways of dealing with them. It is hoped that this understanding will enable parents and caregivers to avoid many unnecessary and emotionally viollent conflicts and to turn other conflict situations into positive learning and growing experi ences. The authors feel that IIconfl i ct need not be a negative experience for either parent or child, but rather it can be viewed as a positive learning experience and an integral part of family life.1I This series may be useful to community groups and organizations and professionals concerned with young children and their families. Availability: This series may be purchased from Parentis Magazine Films, Inc., 90 S. Bedford Road, Mt. Kisco, New York 10549. Phone: 914/666/4100. DECISIONS ON DRINKING This is a prevention education series developed by the National Center for Alcohol Education. The series consists of three courses: The Power of Positive Parenting - a course for parents of young children Uncluding the films IISpirits of Americall and IIEat, Drink, and Be Waryll). An Ounce of Prevention - a Course for Black parents (including the films "Spirits of Americall and IIEat, Drink, and Be Wary"). Reflections in a Glass - a Course primarily aimed at women (including the films "Spirlts of America" and "Eat, Drink, and Be Waryll). In addition, a corresponding film, liThe Emerging Woman", is availaDle through the University of Kansas Women's Resource Center, lawrence, at a small rental fee to non-University groups.) The purpose of these Courses is to help people make conscious, personal decisions about drinking which will increase the likelihood that drinking-related decisions will be personally and humanly constructive. The three courses are designed to be delivered by a lay person or lIoccas i ona 1 educator II, i . e. , a member of the group. The ses s ions materials are designed for presentation in eight consecutive 1 1/2 to 2 hour sessions, and include a range of methodologies including discussion, role plays, debates, games, and films. The opt'imal group size for these Courses is 12 to 20 participants. A IIleader's Guide" is included with each Course. Availability: The entire package is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION THROUGH PARENT ACTION This package of 20 modules, totaling 48 hours, is designed lito enhance the organization, planning, and implementation of effective parent group prevention activities." The three broad topics covered in this training include organization, planning, and activities. Items such as group burnout and leadership succession, volunteer development, fund raising, in-school activities, networking and evaluation are also discussed. Availability: Details regarding the specific availability of this package and its cost may be obtained by contacting HcS. Inc.. 11325 Seven locks Road. Suite 231, Potomac, Maryland 20854. Phone: 301/983-9515. EDUCATION FOR PARENTHOOD Developed by the Girl Scouts of America, this is "a two-part program developed to help adolescents learn about child development, human interaction, and family living." Two books filled with activities, hOt,. to's, resources, and project ideas lIexplore how the past, present. ana future shape a person; how different families build their communication, values, and environment; and how to work with children in day care centers, preschool situations, day camps, home and troops." Six filmstrips are currently being developed depicting "innovative, in-depth, demonstration projects carried out by Girl Scout Councils." Availability: For further information regarding ~. 'St. C~..gtt\cp~~a'1.~D 1 oca 1 ~i r 1 Scout Counc il or Gi r 1 Scouts of Ameri c, -. ~. \11~~dHyar~~~s 830 Thlrd Avenue. New York. New York 10022, Phone:~2.1 /94-~r\\ I¡ ~ l: L P.E.T. (PARENT EFFECTIVENESS TRAINING) P. E. 1. is a book and a program that has been used extens i ve ly for the past several years. P.E.L is designed to IIproduce tangible results such as: less fighting, fewer tantrums and lies; warmer feelings, closer relationships; rules that are established and followed; more responsible chi ldren; parents that are neither dictators nor doormats; and genuine friendship and respect between parents and children." Availability: Several copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $6.95 in many book stores or ordered from New American Library, Inc., 1633 Broadway, New York, New York 10019. Phone: 212/397-8000. SINCE YOU CARE: A PARENT'S SKILLS TRAINING IV¡ANUAL "The goal of this program is to guide families to communicate more openly, less defensively, and less destructively with one another, and to introduce families to methods they can use to build a more trusting atmosphere among their members. This is accomplished through an introduction to various methods and mechanics of effective communication; through the development of awareness of the needs, feelings, and values of various family members; and through the recognition of how individual needs affect the family environment. Opportunity is provided for the practice of suggested parenting skills." Availability: Copies of this manual are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Additional copies may be purchased from Resources for Prevention, Inc., 352 West 8th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16501. Phone: 814/453-4767. S.T.E.P. (SYSTEMATIC TRAINING FO~ EFFECTIVE PARENTING): HANDBOOK by Don Dinkmeyer and Gary D. McKay An easy-to-read guide that encourages mutual respect bet\lleen parent and child, cooperation, responsibility and self-reliance. S.1.E.P. offers parents concrete approaches in meeting the challenges of raising chi ldren today. It offers a variety of ways to help pa¡"ents relate to their children. It also offers suggestions aimed at helping parents raise responsible children who will grow into responsible men and women, capable of living meaningful, productive, happy adult lives. Availability: Several copies are available on a loan basis from SRSjADAS. Copies may also be purchased in many book stores or ordered at a cost of $6.95 each, plus postage, from American Guidance Service, Circle Pines, Minnesota 55104. Phone: 612/786-4343. THE PARENT'S Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. EASY WAY OUT This 8-minute color film is designed for intermediate and junior high school students and presents an analogy between the psychological effort needed to grow up and face life1s problems in a mature way and the physical effort needed by chicks hatching out of eggs. In both cases, it is the struggle that develops the strength to survive. This film asks the viewer to consider the effect of marijuana and other drugs on mental and emotional growth. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRSjADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at III i brary book rate. II The borrower pays return postage. FEELIN I GOOD A 10-minute color film narrated by Jesse Jackson, this film takes a look at ways to feel good without abusing alcohol or drugs. The film makes the point that lIitls OK to feel bad sometimes, II and that there are natural ways to feel good again. It is designed for upper elementary children through adult. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. FOCUS ON THE FN~ILY This is a series of seven color films featuring Dr. James Dobson. The films, ranging in length from 34 to 64 minutes, focus on different aspects of family 1 ife. The seven film titles are: liThe Strong-Wi lled Childll, 'IShaping the Will Without Breaking the Spiritll, IIChristian Fathering", IIPreparing for Adolescence: The Origins fo Self-Doubt", IIWhat Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Women The Lonely Housewifell, and IIWhat Wi ves Wi sh Thei r Husbands Knew About Women - Money, Sex and Children". IIThis film seminar is recommended for use as a one or two day seminar experience for Parents and teachers. Or, it may be used as a series, with showings of the films in sequence, daily or weekly." Availability: The ¡film series may be rented at a cost of $375.00 from Lewis Fi 1m Service, 1425 East Central, Wichita, Kansas 67214. Phone: 316/263-6991. FOR PAKENTS ONLY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MARIJUANA This is a 27-minute color film exploring the use of may'ijuana among young people. It looks at peer pressure, some physical E~ffects, some consequences of long term use, and the need for open communication between parents and teenagers. The film is designed for parents, though it may also be helpful for adolescents. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis fy'om SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. A limited number of copies of the accompanying booklets are also available from SRS/ADAS. HIS ONLY BOOZE This 28-minute color film is aimed at general adult and teenage audiences and examines the effects of liquor advertising on young Americans, presents case studies of teenage alcoholics, and shows methods of treating young alcoholics. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate." The borrower pays return postage. () A lONG ROAD HOME A 20-minute color film dramatizing the life of a young Black man with a wife, family, friends, and a drinking problem. It is designed to promote awareness of alcoholism and its effects on the family, in addition to showing physiological effects of alcohol on the body. The film portrays the socio-economic reality of the rural 8lack community and its contribution to the development of alcoholism. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRSjADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate." The borrower pays return postage. LOOK AT ME A 28-minute film showing examples of positive parenting from infancy to school age. It depicts the parent as the front-line educator or teacher. "Good for all in a parenting role and new social workers." Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at "library book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. THE OTHEK AlCOHOLICS...WOMEN This is a collection of five short Utrigger films" dealing wHh women alcoholics. These films are designed for emotional impact, rather than information. These are designed to provoke meaningful group discussion and any group planning their use should have someone availa.ble with skills in group facilitation. Availability: This collection is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate. II The borrower pays return postage. PARENTING - GROWING WITH CHILDREN This 25-mínute film¡ shows examples of Ureal ¡ and IIgoodl parenting, i.e., a young family with a young infant, a family with reversed roles, a single parent family, and a family with eight children. Availability: Contact the Film Library, Kansas State Department of Health and Environment, Forbes Field, Topeka, Kansas 66620. Phone: 913/862-9360, extension 505. SCANNED 0 ALCOHOL This 10-minute color film raises issues for discussion on the effect of alcohol on a young couple1s marriage. It is designed for use with adult groups. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS? MAKING THE DECISION This 28-minute color film stars Meredith Baxter Birney and Paul Williams. The film uses humor, satire, and documentary vignettes to guide the viewer to creative decision-making, and to explore alternatives to the alcohol and drug sCene. It is designed for use by junior high and high school age youth and adults. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It wi 11 be mailed to the borrower at 111 ibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR ALTERNATIVES This color film is 25 minutes in length and is hosted by Christopher George and Tommy Smothers. It addresses how a personas self-image can lead to dependency on alcohol andlor other drugs. Positive alternatives are presented as substitutes for dependence on alcohol and drugs. The film is best used as a lead-in to discussion and is designed for use by junior and senior high school age students and adults. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/AOAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays the return postage. ALCOHOLISM: ALMOST EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO RECOGNIZE IT A 17-minute color film emphasizing the early warning signs of alcoholism through the stories of three people who lived with alcoholism without recognizing it or taking action while the disease was in the early stages. It is designed for professional and non-professional adult groups. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. AMERICA ON THE ROCKS Two color films, either 15 or 23 1/2 minutes in length, narrated by Robert Mitchum, that spell out the dimensions and scope of the problem as it relates to the American middle class and their drilnking habits. These films are recommended to initiate discussion of personal drinking practices and community attitudes. They are designed for high school and adult groups. . Availability: These films are available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. They will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. Please specify which film length is desired. ANGEL DUST/Pcp This is a l3-minute, color film geared primarily for adult audiences. Mike Wallace and producer Martin Phillips of 60 minutes, a CBS weekly television news magazine, report on this particular drug problem. The film discusses why PCP is considered one of the nationls bigrgest drug problems among youth. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRSjADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. (J ~OOZERS AND USERS A 26-minute, color film narrated by James Franciscus. The film examines societyls attitude toward marijuana, barbiturates, amphetamines, and heroin. An inquiry into the motives and the risks involved in drug-taking behavior invites discussion on whether or not lasting personal happiness, solutions to problems and escape from boredom can be achieved through the use of drugs. It is recommended for high school age students through adults. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRSjAUAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. CHALK TALK ON ALCOHOLISM Sixty-six minutes in length, this color film is in two parts - 44 mi nutes and 22 mi nutes. For most effective resu lts, both parts of the film should be shown in the same setting. Father Joseph Ma,rtin, the lecturer, is easily understood and presents the information in an entertaining manner. This film is suggested for in-service training for professionals and for community groups. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SR$/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I The borrower pays return postage. It CONSPIRACY OF SILENCE A 28-minute color film depicting the progression of alcoholism from the early stages to advanced problems in ð. young affluent family. The film emphasizes the pressures of social drinking; combined with the conflicts of emotional and social problems, caused by the drinking and attempts to avoid the problems. The film is designed for general á.udienè:es of all ages, except the very young. Availability: This fi lm 1s available on a free"loan basis from SRSjADAS. 1t win be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate.1I ¡he borlrowér pays return postage. DRUGS ARE DANGEROUS This is a 7-minute animated film geared þtimatî1y fot chi1dréli of the primary grades. It presents potential dangers öf pill töMliniption and the sniffing of dangerous substances. Two children help each other aVO.id t.M trap!;.....of.tak.ing...... Pi.l1..sadverthed On tê..l.êVis.io..".,.a..C.èN.e..p...lOt...... 0 pills offeted. by á frîend, ãnd joining a grouStCÄ' n~ ~, shiffing an unîdèñtîfled subttañte. ,', '~ . ,. 1, ,,' " ' i . , () PSYCHOACTIVE This is a 25-minute, color film that is geared for general audiences, teenager and older. It deals with drug effects on nine systems in the human body: skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, digestive, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive. Availability: This film is available on a free-loan basis from SRS/ADAS. It will be mailed to the borrower at IIlibrary book rate. II The borrower pays return postage. REWARD AND PUNISHMENT A 14-minute film depicting a variety of forms of discipline. It has been recommended for foster parents, chi 1 d care wol-kers, day care providers, and social workers as well as parents. Availability: Contact the Film Library, Kansas State Department of Health and Environment, Forbes Field, Topeka, Kansas 66620. Phone: 913/862-9360, extension 505. SEMINARS FOR PARENTS ON ADOLESCENT SEXUALITY This "seminar" is a slideltape program available from the March of Dimes and deals with current issues regard i ng ado 1 escent seXUia 1 ity and how a parent might discuss these issues with hislher adolescent. Availability: One copy of this program is available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Additional copies may be purchased for $15.00 from the March of Dimes. Contact your local March of Dimes office. (Samples, and in some cases limited quantities, of all of the pamphlets and flyers listed on this page are available from SRS/AOAS without cost to parents.) Ueciding About Drugs - A Woman1s Choice Drinking Myths For Kids Only: What You Need To Know About Marijuana For Parents Only: What You Need To Know About Marijuana lirowing Up and Feeling Powerful As An American Indian How To Be A Good Host and Hostess In Brief - Alcohol and the American Indian In Brief - Alcohol and the Black In Brief Alcohol and the Chicano In Brief - Alcohol and the Elderly In Brief - Alcohol and the F am i 1 Y In Brief - Alcohol and Youth In Brief - Women and Alcohol In Brief - Minimum Drinking Age Indian in the Red Inhalants (in English or Spanish) Non-Alcoholic Beverages (A Bartender's Guide, buttons and magnets) P.c.P. (in English or Spanish) Plain Talk About Drug Abuse Sayi ng No AI"1ERIcAN BABY This is a monthly publication for expectant and new parents. Sponsored by the Þroerican Association for Maternal and Child Health, it contains the most recent information on such topics as childbirth, health care for the mother and child, maternity fashions, nursery needs, hospital bills, the baby.s growth and a host of other pertinent subjects of concern to new and expectant parents. Availability: Subscriptions may be ordered from American Baby, Inc., 575 lexington Avenue, New York, New York 10022. Phone: 2121752-0775. CRICKET: THE MAGAZINE FOR CHlluREN This monthly magazine is designed for parents and school age children with well-developed reading skills. It contains short stories, poetry, cartoons, games and activities. The magazine usually contains 14 to 15 poems, short stories and non-fiction articles. The topics are extremely varied. In addition, there are several regular features including: Letter Box, Meet Your Author, Cricket league (monthly contest in writing or drawing, Cricket's Bookshelf (book reviews) and Old Cricket Says (an essay to encourage outside reading in a particular area). Availability: Single issues or yearly subscriptions may be ordered from Open-Court Publishing Company, P.O. Box 100, LaSalle, Illinois 61301. Phone: 815/223-2520. cRITIWUES This is a bi-monthly periodical that contains reviews, evaluations, availability and recommendations for use of pamphlets, books, films and other resources in the field of primary prevention. Availability: Subscriptions are available at a cost of $15.00 a year for individuals and $25.00 a year for institutions from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. ESSENCE OF ADOLESCENCE A monthly abstract of current research about the adolescent. Written in clear English with references. Eight pâges per month, with no issue in August. Availability: Subscriptions may be ordered at a cost of $25.00 per year from Essence Publications, 168 Woodbridge Avenue, Highland Park, New Jersey 08904. Phone: 201/572-3120. FAMILY HEALTH This monthly publication presents the IIlatest medical facts and opinionsll to young American parents and high school and college students. In each issue, approximately 20 articles by medical editors and journalists discuss new medications, theories about diet, nutrition, treatments for illnesses, new research and issues regarding preventive medicine. Availability: Subscriptions are available from Family Health Magazine, P.O. Box 2900, Boulder, Colorado 80321. Phone: 301/447-9330. NATIONAL CHILD PKOTEcTION NEwSLETTER This monthly newsletter was created for parents, non-teaching professionah, and others intere~teq in eh11d protective ¡;ervices. The series ;s meant lito serve as Q platform for exchange of information among all individuals and agencies involved in the problem of child abuse. II Topics cover !Iinnovative progral11~. res8(ifch, problems and ideas that can be used to help establi~h a more effectivß me~ns of dealing with the many facets of child protection. Availability: Subscriptions may be ordered from the National Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect, 1205 Oneida, Denver, Colorado 80220. Phone: 303/321-3963. ì "C.. ^ N,' ~ 'EOC} ~ M \1 J ~ ALMA Community Action Committee Dr. L. V. Borgendale Wabaunsee County Health Department 215 Kansas Alma 66401 ARMA Facts About Drugs Nina Leslie P . O. Bo x 40 Anna 66712 ATWOOD Atwood Public Schools Unified School District #318 Jim Fi nn 406 Main Atwood 67730 913/626-3236 BURRTON Burrton Action Group Marlin Billings 115 East Lincoln Burrton 67020 CHASE Chase Parents for Drug Free Youth Rev. Raymond Masssey P.O. Box 486 Chase 67524 COLBY Northwest Kansas Council on Substance Abuse Debbie Farris 770 South Rang~, Box 100 Co 1 by 67701 913/462-6111 DERBY Parents Actively Caring (PAC) June Martin 316/788-3145 or 316/682-7568 or Jerry Hoggatt 6800 Springdale Derby 67037 315/788-1131 ElOOAADO Beverly Summers Butler/Greenwood Courthouse El Dorado 67042 316/321-3400 ELLSWORTH Bi-County Health Department Community Awareness of Drugs and Alcohol Jeannette Westerhaus Ellsworth 67439 Et~PORIA Family Center Emporia State University Ken Eggeman Department of Home Economics Emporia 66801 316/343-1200, extension 321 Pioneer Mental Health Services, Inc. Mental Health Center of East Central Bob Mann 1305 West 12th Street Empori a 66801 316/342-6116 FORT SCOTT Kansas Concerned Parents Group Jean Holy 1312 South National Fort Scott 66701 GAALJEN CITY Alcohol Abuse Program, U.~~D. 1457 Carolyn Snyder 201 Buffalo Jones Avenue ~ørden City 67846 316/275-9656 '\ ì 0 SCANNED . .. GODDARt) U.S.D. #265 Dr. C. L. Vogelgesang 201 South Main Goddard 67052 316/794-2267 HAYS High Plains Mental Health Kermi t George 208 East Seventh Street Hays 67601 913/628-2871 HUTCHINSON Center Hutchinson Hospital Corporation-Mental Steve Reiner 1701 East 23rd Street Hutchinson 67501 316/663-2108 JUNCTION CITY Humane Di mens i ona 1, Inc. lemoine Davis 417 West 13th Street Junction City 66441 913/238-4754 INDEPENDENCE Drug Task Force Pat Si tts 804 Circle Drive Independence 67301 KANSAS C I TV Alcohol Awaren~ss ProJect Kansas City Kansas Community An ita Reach 7250 State Avenue Kansas City 66112 913/334-1100 College Spanish Speaking Office Jose Carrillo Franklin Center 14th and Metropolitan Kansas City 66103 913/621-3655 Hea lth Center Wyandot Mental Health Center Sue Green Box 3228 36th at Eaton Kansas City 66103 913/831-9500 LARNED Pawnee County Community Prevention Pam Lauber 523 Main, P.O. Box 281 Larned 67550 316/285-3462 lAWRENcE Program Douglas County Counseling and Resource Center Bruce Beale 2200 West 25th Street lawrence 66044 913/841-4138 Human Development and University of Kansas 123 Haworth Hall Lawrence 66044 913/864-4840 LEAVËNWORTH Family Li fe Neighborhood House, Inc. Lois Nixon Sprague 2940 Ralph 8unche Drive Leavenworth 66048 913/682-9846 MANHATTAN Alcohol Awareness Project Kansas State University - Laura King Ho lton Ha 11 Manhattan 66506 913/532-6432 ;"¡ ;' "~ \. .J Center for Student Development College of Home Economics Kansas State University Dr. Marjorie Stith Justin Hall Manhattan 66506 ~CAt~'N~ \:J c., ~ ,~ 0 Pawnee Mental Health Center Li nda Teener 214 Poyntz Manhattan 66502 913/776-7178 Riley County Council Jan Ga 1 i tzer 404 Humboldt Manhattan 66502 913/539-7004 on Alcoholism Manhattan Public Schools, U.S.D. #383 Jan Gembo 1 Senior High School Westwood Road and Sunset Manhattan 66502 913/537-2670 MARYSVILlE Marshall County Model Community Prevention Janice Turner Marshall County Courthouse 1201 Broadway, Box 207 Marysville 66508 913/562-5301 MISSION System United Community Substance Abuse Di ane Powe 11 5311 Johnson Drive Mission 66205 913/432-8424 ROSE HILL Planning Project Rose Hill Parents Who Care Julie Volbrecht 105 East Young Rose Hill 67133 I SALINA Central Kansas Foundation on Alcohol Prevention Education Program lPEP) Janet Wilbur 501 North 5th, Box 1860 Salina 67401 913/825-6224 and Chemical Dependency Citizens Coalition on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Nancy Koderick 1706 Upper Mill Terrace Salina 67401 ("') Unified School District #305 Joanne Ell i ott 300 West Ash, Box 808 Salina 67401 913/825-0281 SHAWNEE MISSION Shawnee Mission Janet Baker 6649 Lamar Shawnee Mission 913/384-6800 TOPEKA Public Schools - Alcohol Education Project 66202 Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Department of Social and Rehabilitation Ron Alexander 2700 West Sixth Street - Biddle Building Topeka 66606 913/296-3925 Services Bureau of Maternal and Child Health Department of Health and Environment Or. Patricia T. Schloesser Forbes Field, Building 740 Topeka 66620 913/862-9360 .' - -, . '. '-.} National Council Jane Morrissey 1301 Topeka Blvd. Topeka 66612 913/233-0165 on Alcoholism Parenthood Education Resource Department of Education Tom Henley I 120 East 10th Street Topeka 66612 913/296-4926 Project STYLE - U.S.D. #501 Marciana Glassman Sheldon Education Center 1155 Seabrook Topeka 66604 913/272-1944 Center SCANNtt 0 Project Youth Days - U.S.D. #501 Marilyn A. Smith 624 West 24th Street Topeka 66611 913/233-0313 SCCAA - Satellite Program Genel Harold 3132 East 6th Street Topeka 66607 913/232-1066 WELLINGTON Wellington Community Group Barry Stanley Special Education 1002 East Harvey Wellington 67152 WICHITA OruglAlcohol Abuse Prevention Center Gene Allen 915 North Broadway Wichita 67214 316/262-2421 Friends Center on Family Living Friends University 2100 Un i vers ity Wichita 67213 316/261-5800 Parents Helping Parents Donna Bradbury 1110 Crowl ey Wichita 67216 316/262-8688 Wichita Public Schools Galen Davis 640 North Empori~ Wichita 67214 316/268-7896 WINFIELD - U.S.D. #259 Unified School District #465 Kent Sisson 920 Millington Winfield 67156 316/221-2860 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES In addition to those groups and organizations listed above, mQst of the organizations listed below have representation throughout Kansas, and are involved in prevention, education, andlor alcohol and other drug issues. If you are unable to contact these organizations locally, please contact SRS/ADAS for additional information. ) Junior league Kansas Action for Children Kansas Alliance of Private and Parochial Schools Kansas Association for School Health Kansas Association of Alcohol and Drug Program Directors Kansas Association of Mental Health Center Directors Kansas Association of School Boards Kansas Association of School Psychologists Kansas Association of School Social Workers Kansas Association of Vocational Home Economics Teachers Kansas Children's Service League Kansas Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse Kansas Cooperative Extension Service Kansas Coordinating Council of Churches Kansas Council for Children and Youth Kansas Governor's Commission on Education for Parenthood Kansas Home Economics Association Kansas Mental Health Association Kansas National Education Association Kansas Parent Teacher Association Kansas Personnel and Guidance Association Kansas State Department of Education Kansas State Department of Health and Environment Kansas State Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services league of United latin American Citizens National Association of Prevention Professionals, ~ansas Chapter National Foundation March of Dimes Northeast Indian Tribes of Kansas and Nebraska United School Administrators of Kansas i' <~ y ~r...,A< ",N. .NE! V~I 0 ~r-', TALKING TO YOUR TEENAGER ABOUT DRINKING AND DRIVING This 8-page booklet discusses the whyls and howls of parents talking to their teenagers about drinking and driving. Attention is also given regarding listening to your teenager and examining your own example. Availability: Parents may obtain a copy of this booklet without cost from SRS/ADAS or by writing the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol Information, P.O. Box 2345, Rockville, Maryland. Phone: 301/468-2600. TELL AND DO FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS This 30-page booklet was developed to help parents IItrigger" childrenls knowledge and add to it by spending a few minutes with them helping them to learn by doing. The booklet describes approximately 28 activities and ideas for parents to use with their child at home. Availability: This free booklet may be obtained by contacting the Columbus Board of Education, 270 East State Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215. Phone: 614/225-2600. WHAT EVERY PARENT SHOULD KNOW by Thomas Gordon "This booklet, available in English and Spanish, provides practical suggestions on how to cope with kids. It explains discipline concepts and techniques and gives a successful method to resolve conflicts so that the rights and needs of both the parent and the child are respected and met. Excellent material for kids, parents, teachers, and parenting courses." Availability: This booklet may be purchased for $2.50 from the National Committee for Prevent i on of Chil d Abuse, Pub 1 i shi ng Department, 332 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1250, Chicago, Illinois 60604-~.357. Phone: 312/663-3520. WHO'S SENDING YOUR SIGNALS: THE INFLUENCE OF PEERS AND BACKGROUND. This 3-page booklet examines the relationship between peer pressure, personal/family background, attitudes toward drinking and drinking behavior. References are also included. Availability: This booklet is available for Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts orders. Availability: These pamphlets from Public Affairs Pamphlets, 10016. Price break1s OCCur with 15i plus postage from the Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin are available for quantity and many others are avai lable for 50i each 381 Park Avenue South, New York, New York greater quantities. Phone: 212/683-4331. YOU ASKED FOR IT: INFORMATION ON ALCOHOL, OTHER DRUGS AND TEENAGERS Basic drug information (with special attention to alcohol and mari juana), drugs and dri vi ng, schoo 1, hea lth and current controvers i es are included in this booklet. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $6.95 plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. .>t"' '..- YOUTH INVOlVtMENT: A CHALLENGE FOR COMMUNITIES This 50-page guidebook details how to develop youth involvement in community programs and community deci s ions. It was written by young people and is appropriate for youth leaders of any age. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $6.95 plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, \~isconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. (, " ) WHAT YOU CAN DO: A CITIZEN'S GUIDE TO COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION FOR THE PREVENTION OF ALCOHOL, OTHER DRUG, MENTAL HEALTH AND YOUTH PROBLEMS This is a 45-page manual for community organizers, agencies, citizens and volunteer organizations seeking community support. The book is geared toward primary prevention from start to finish. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $6.95 plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. wHEN YOUR CHILD IS UNRULY This 14-page booklet provides advice for parents about school-age children with behavior problems. Descriptions of behavior problems are provided, and remedies are suggested. Availability: This booklet is available at a cost of 20Ø from Ross Laboratories, Educational Services, Department 441,625 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Phone: 614/227-3333. WHO'S RAISING THE FAMILY? This is a workbook for parents and children. It is to be done, not just read. The book offers plans and ideas focusing on preventing problems in the family. A special focus is offered on alcohol and drug crises. The book is well-illustrated, multicultural and offers lists of resources and references. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $3.95 plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. S"'"CA'", ",r.',\\..,'~,.,~',.,.I",E'~, 0 " t""~ ~ ' , ~,~, , . ¡i1 , 0 . ...,.. P.E. 1. (PARENT EFFECTIVENESS TRAINING) P.E. 1. is a book and a program that has been used extensively for the past several years. P.E. T. is designed to IIproduce tangible results such as: less fighting, fewer tantrums and lies; warmer feelings, closer relationships; rules that are established and followed; more responsible chi ldren; parents that are neither dictators nor doormats; and genuine friendship and respect between parents and children.1I Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $6.95 in many book stores or ordered from New American library, Inc., 1633 Broadway, New York. New York 10019. Phone: 2121397-8000. PLAY IT SMART: FACTS FOR TEENAGERS ABOUT DRINKING This 8-page booklet provides teenagers with basic information regarding alcohol and its effects. Brief discussion of physiolo~ ical effects, peer pressure, and drinking and driving is included. Availability: Parents may obtain a copy of this booklet without cost from SRS/ADAS or by writing the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol Information, P.O. Box 2345, Rockville, Maryland. Phone: 301/468-2600. PROJECTING This booklet is 56 pages in length and offers practical ideas for using films in your group or program. Information regarding hQl,v to select a film, what to expect from it, how to integrate it with other information. as well as a list of resources is presented. Availability: This booklet is available for $2.50 plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. PUBLIC AFFAIRS PAMPHLETS Public Affairs Pamphlets offer timely information on a \\ride range of social and economic problems; child development and family relations; menta 1 and phys i ca 1 health; and intergroup re 1 at ions. Each pamph 1 et is approximately 20 pages in length. A large selection of pamphlets is available. A sampling of pamphlet titles is listed below: ParentlTeenager Communication Parents and Teeragers Children and Drugs Pressures on Children New Ways to Better Marriages One-Parent Families Helping Children Face Crises Playmates: The Importance of Childhood Friendships Motivation and Your Child Drugs - Use, Misuse and Abuse Talking It Over At Home What Can You Do About Quarreling? Your Child1s Emotional Health Your Childls Sense of Responsibility Mental Health is A Family Affair Enjoy Your Child - Ages 1, 2, and 3 What You Should Know About Drug Abuse Understanding and Dealing With Alcoholism Partners in Coping - For Self and Mutual Help Marijuana: Current Perspectives Availability: These pamphlets and many others are available for 50i each from Public Affairs Pamplets, 381 Park Avenue South. New York, New York 10016. Phone: 212/683-4331. Discounts are available for quantity orders. SETTING lIMITS: PARENTS, KIDS AND DRUGS by William L. laFountain This 26 page booklet is designed specifically to assist the parents of drug users. Thirteen brief case history examples along with accompanyi ng pieces of adv ice to parents are des i gned to he 1 p parents more clearly identify their own situation and then to deal with it. Availability: This booklet is available for $1.50 from Hazelden Educational Services, Box 176, Center City, Minnesota 55012. Phone 800/328-9288. SHOW THEM THE WAY TO GO HOME: SOCIAL DRINKING AND ANTI-SOCIAL DRIVING This 4 page booklet provides a lesson on responsible party hosting along with information regarding blood-alcohol concentration and how to deter a drunk driver. References are also included. Availability: This booklet is available for 15t plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Di scounts are avail ab 1 e for quantity orders. S.T.E.P. ~SYSTEMATIc TRAINING FOR EFFECTIVE PARENTING): HANDBOOK by Don Dinkmeyer and Gary O. McKay An easy-to-read guide that encourages mutual respect between parent and child, cooperation. responsibility and self-reliance. S.LE.P. offers parents concrete approaches in meeting the challenges of raising chi ldren today. It offers a variety of ways to help parents relate to their children. It also offers suggestions aimed at helping parents raise responsible children who will grow into responsible men and women, capable of living meaningful, productive, happy adult lives. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $6.95 in many book stores or ordered from American Guidance Service, Circle Pines, Minnesota 55104. Phone: 612/786-4343. Uiscounts are available for quantity orders. THE PARENTIS STRENGTHENING THE FAMILY by H. Stephen Glenn This 28 page booklet summarizes and highlights the central themes of Dr. Glennls thoughts, research and workshops. Four principles of succes~~uì families, seven significant steps in the development of stronq, Cð.péib'e individuals and four practical suggestions for strengthening the farrily are concisely and sensitively presented. This book has been widely accepted because of its specific suggestions and logical conclusions. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis frO!ri SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased from Potomac Press, P.O. Box 31086, Washington, D.C. - Temple Hills, Maryland 20031. Phonf", :.J," .J.2It,/,;¡".8~,)\.;'~"Q.6.."., ~",~"",,~.', ~¡'",:,':j, r,,"\ ,\.r\i . r,.~, . \, l. .. ';-'.., r-.t "~U . \ f' ;! \ ; ~"' l! , "'. I,; ,I' ,'. " I X t. ,.1 rJ",L\'"f"",¡e"\"\.,:'.,'¡...r.' .......; \...,i' ¡; 1;.,.. '" ~ '.;;0 ~ MENTAL HEALTH AND FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION This 6-page booklet is an annotated list of books, pamphlets, plays and leaflets available from the Mental Health Materials Center. The materials listed deal primarily with various aspects of mental health, although some entries apply to child development, exceptional children, discipline, etc. The last page contains an order blank with the prices of all materials described in the booklet. Availability: To obtain a free copy of the booklet, write the Mental Health Materials Center, 30 East 29th Street, New York, New York 10016. Phone: 212/889-5760. MOTHER AT WORK This 14-page booklet was written for working mothers who would benefit from information about many aspects of their situation. The different aspects included are facts and figures about why mothers work, making use of resources around you, guidelines and suggestions on managing necessary daily routines, and effects on the parentlchild relationship. Availabil ity: This booklet is avai lable from Metropol itan life Insurance Company, One Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10010. Phone: 212/578-2211. PARENT-CHILD BONDING: THE DEVELOPMENT OF INTIMACY by Stanley I. Greenspan IIAvailable in English and Spanish, this pamphlet is written in easily understood terms and answers questions often asked by parents and others about the parent-child bonding process. The pamphlet also lays to rest some common misconceptions about the subject. Included are discussions of what 'bondingl is, when it occurs, who is capable of it, factors that hinder it, and ways parents can assess and encourage the process." Availability: This booklet may be purchased for $1.25 from the National cormJittee for Prevention of Child Abuse, Publishing Department, 332 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1250, Chicago, Illinois 60604-4357. Phone: 312/663-3520. THE PARENT HANDBOOK OF DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND TREATI"1ENT by Dr. Jason D. Baron In this 47-page booklet, Dr. Baron emphasizes to parents the importance of accurate information about drugs and drug use and of setting a consistent, clear-cut set of behavior guidelines for the adolescent peer group. He recommends ways to keep parent-child lines of communication open and 1 i sts' numerous methods of pos it ive ly affecting the ado lescents I pro-drug environment. Availaility: This booklet is available for $5.00 from the author at P.O. Box 5487, Pasedena, Texas 77505. Phone: 713/479-8440. PARENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE HOME, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY by George S. Morrison This book lIis designed to help anyone who wishes to become more involved in devising strategies and means for parents to become more active in any educational endeavor. It combines both theory and practical methodology designed to help the reader become an active learner-participant rather than merely a reader about programs.1I Availability: This book may be purchased from Charles E. Merrill Publishing Company, 1300 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Phone: 614/258-8441. A PARENTS GUIDE TO DRUG MISUSE by Vic Pawlak This 15 page booklet gives specific information on specific drugs. Drugs such as marijuana, PCP, amphetamines, valium, quaaludes, along with several others are discussed. A statement regarding prevention is also included in the booklet. Availability: Copies of this booklet are available at a cost of 50~ each from Health Communi cati ons, Inc., 2119-A Hollywood 81 vd., Ho llywood, Florida 33020. Phone: 305/992-9435. PARENTS AND PROBLEMS by Dr. Fred Streit A set of seven booklets each discussing a different, specific aspect of the adolescentlparent relationship. The seven topics are: UThrough the Eyes of Youthll, 1100 My Parents Love Me?lI, liDo They Understand ~e?lI, lIt3ut They're My Friends", liThe Sexual Adolescent", IIWhy Can't I do It My Way?U, and "I Donlt Have Two Parents At Home". This set of booklets are for distribution to attendees of the UFamily Workshops" seminars or any other interested adults. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/AOAS. Additional copies may be purchased for 70r/. per copy from Essence Publications, 168 Woodbridge Avenue, Highland Park, New Jersey 08904. Phone: 201/572-3120. PARENTS, PEERS AND POT This book is about the use of marijuana by children. It describes one strategy for how parents can work to prevent marijuana use by their children. The author's position is that nonmedical drug use is not acceptable for children. This book is a reminder to parents of their important role in providing guidance and exercising discipline. Availability: A limited number of copies are available without cost to parents from SRS/ADAS. Single copies may also be obtained without cost from the National Clearinghouse for Drug Abuse Information, 5600 FishE~rs Lane, Rockville, Maryland 20857. Phone: 301/443-4426. PARENTS' YELLOW PAGES This is a reference book written in the style of the Whole Earth Catalog containing material relevant to the parents of infants and young children. It is designed to serve as a model guide to locating helpful resources in the parents. community as well as to provide problem-solving information, i.e., a quick overview of the subject; a brief discussion of potential solutions; a listing of helpful local and national organizations; and a listing of relevant printed materials with order information. It is designed both to provide information about specific sources and to serve as a model to assist parents in searching out their own community resources. It lists alphabetically over 130 subjects of potential interest to parents. Availability: This book may be purchased for $7.95 plus postage in many bookstores or ordered from Doubleday and Company, Inc., 245 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10017. Phone: 212/953-4561. I""" A r.. I"" ". ". r\ r ~'7':~ l." c '>, f' '¡:' .' '\;, .' ,': l~; t \ ~ \~,'r "It ¡ t;.,.,l¡.,..rÛ" 'I . ¡I,'" l,\!:': t':. i ~,L\c,l'....,i\:'\L;';l,...;..: . \..,;..-' \.."';' Iii ... I< "". -- GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT THROUGH PARENTING by Elizabeth Elmer IIWritten with great understanding of the difficulties parents face and in language the lay person can understand, this booklet explores the ways in which parents and children can help each other grow. Child behavior that can be expected at each of the four stages of childhood (infancy, toddlerhood, school age, and adolescence) is explained, and effective techniques for dealing with the child at each stage are suggested.1I Availability: This booklet may be purchased for $3.00 from the National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse, Publishing Department, 332 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1250, Chicago, Illinois 60ó04'.4357. Phone: 312/663-3520. HELPINli OURSELVES: FAI~ILIES AND THE HUMAN NETWORK by Mary C. Howell, M.D. This 231-page book by a pediatrician-psychologist shows how families can help one another more and depend upon professionals less. It has a strong prevention and family emphasis. It discusses at length the strengths within families and their members, and the great potentials for strengthening families through networking. Availability: This book is available for $4.95 plus postag~~, from Beacon Press, 25 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02108. Phone: 6171742-2110. HOw TO GET UNSTRESSED: THE BARE FACTS This 14-page pamphlet briefly describes what stress is, what it does to us and how to get along with and without it. It is nicely Printed and illustrated. Availability: A limited number of copies are available parents from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. wi thout cost to 40~ plus postage Avenue, Madison, HOW TO LIVE WITH YOUR TEENAGERS: H. Buntman and Eleanor M. Saris Th is is a resource book for parents with ado 1 escent or pre-ado 1 escent ch i 1 dren. It can be used by parent groups or parents alone. Chapters deal with what parents need to know about their teenagers, self-esteem, listening, strq.ight talks, giving praise and criticism, giving time and touching, family problem-solving meetings, contract problem-solving meetings, appropriate use of authority and control, handling anger, special problems and strategies for single and working parents, when to go to a therapist, locating assistance and parent training workshops and courses, and many other ideas and suggestions. Availability: This book is available for $9.95 plus postage, from The Birch Tree Press, 311 South San Gabriel Blvd., Pasadena, California 91107. Phone: 795/2772. A SURVIVORIS HANDBOOK FOR P~RENTS by Peter HOW TO TALK SO KIDS WILL LISTEN AND lISTEN SO KIDS WILL TALK by Adele Faber and Elaine Maglish IIThis is a practical book - a program of action rather than another theory of how things should work. It addresses itself to everyday problems that parents have to cope with - anger (their own and their childrenls), neglected household chores, fighting between kids, defiance, etc. and suggests ways of communicating that help a,ll family members to feel good about themselves. Each chapter is filled with dialogues, role-playing exercises, and lively cartoons that show at a glance the contrast between helpful and unhelpful methods of communication. II A workbook for parents is also available to accompany the text. Availability: These books are available in many bookstores or through the Negotiation Institute, Inc., 230 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10169. Phone: 212/986-5557. f, \. J I NEED TO BE ME: THE EMERGENCE OF SELF This 4-page booklet discusses the issue of individual needs of children and the role also included. Availability: This booklet is available for wi scons in cleari nghouse, 1954 East Washi ngton 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts orders. self-esteem in children, the of parents. References are 15Ø plus postage from the Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin are available for quantity A MANUAL FOR GROUP FACILITATORS This is a 90 page booklet designed for anyone who works with groups, or plans to. Information regarding how to organize, facilitate and troubleshoot a group is provided. Availability: This booklet is available for $4.50 plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. MARIJUANA: TIME FOR A CLOSER LOOK by Curtis L. Janeczek. This book is designed to help young people, teachers and parents examine the facts about marijuana. It is aimed at a young audience and uses a conversational style of chapter headings. These include: You Wanna Get High; It's a Matter of Chemistry; Marijuana and the Lungs; Marijuana and the Brain; How about a Contact High?; Dope and Driving; Grass and Reproduction; Gras~, Genes, and Chromosomes; Marijuana and Immunity; and Can You Get Hooked? Availability: The book is available for purchase at $6.95 (postage paid) from the Center for Applied Research, 855 Broadway, Boulder, Colorado 80302. Phone: 301/492-5595. S.... CA~~IN' J:D() ," J l, L Availability: This book is available for purchase in many bookstores or may be ordered from Tyndale House Publishers, 336 Gunderson Drive, Wheaton, Illinois 60187. Phone: 312/668-8300. DOUBLE TROUBLE: MIXING DRINKS WITH OTHER DRUGS This 8-page booklet examines wide-spread drug use in our culture, interaction effects, dosages, toxicity, tolerance and other factors in mixing drugs. Charts and references are also included. Availability: This booklet is available for 15t plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND YOUR FAMILY Written specifically for families, this 20 page booklet offers i nfonnat i on on the effects of many commonly used dr'ugs and more importantly, information on how families can become active and effective drug abuse preventors. Availability: A limited number of copies of this booklet are available without cost to parents from SRS/ADAS. In addition, individuals may obtain a single copy without cost from the National Clearinghouse for Drug Abuse Information, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, Maryland 20857. Phone: 301/443-4426. DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND YOUR FRIENDS This 20 page booklet is written specifically for the adolescent. As the introduction states "what you may not know is that there are some fairly simple things you can do to stop drugs from becoming a problem for you or for someone you care about. This pamphlet will give J'ou the latest information on many common drugs and on how you and your friends can prevent drug abuse.1I Availability: A limited number of copies of this booklet are available without cost to parents from SRS/ADAS. In addition, individu¡lls may obtain a single copy without cost from the National Clearinghouse for Drug Abuse Infonnation, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, Maryland 20857. Phone: 301/443-4426. DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND THE FAMILY CONNECTION This special issue of the "California Rural Drug Abuse Newsletter" contains a variety of articles and infonnation regarding drug abuse prevention with special emphasis given to family and rural issues. Availability: A limited number of copies of this booklet are available without cost to parents from SRSjADAS. Phone: 913/296-3925. DRUG ABUSE FROM THE FAMILY PERSPECTIVE This 140-page collection of articles presents a variety of material regarding drug abuse and the family. Most of the infonnation is geared more toward treatment than prevention, but the book offers a great deal of infonnation that may be useful to many families. Availability: A limited number of copies of this booklet arE! available without cost to parents from SRSjADAS. In addition, individuals may obtain a single copy without cost from the National Clearinghoue for Drug Abuse Informationt 5600 Fishers lane, Rockville, Maryland 20857'. Phone: 301/443-4426. () '- ' FAMILIES TODAY: A RESEARCH SAMPLER ON FAMILIES AND CHILDREN This 450-page book, written in 1979, provides summaries of a variety of research projects regarding the family, family life and functioning. Examples of topics include marriages that endure, transmission of parental valuest family styles of interactingt working couples as parents, etc. Availability: This publication is available through the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Phone: 202/275-3648. FATHERING This 230-page book is designed to explore the role of the father in the development of happy and secure children. The book traces the IIfatherls transformation from patriarch to buddyll and its effect upon the family. Discussions of solutions to specific fathering problems such as fathering step-children and dealing with divorce are presented as well as information about the father's changing role within the nuclear family. Availability: This book is available in many bookstores or may be ordered from McGraw Hill Book Company, 2112 Avenue of the Americas, New Yorkt New York 10020. Phone: 212/997-4111. GETTING NEW PARENTS OFF TO A GOOD START by Ann L. Wilson liThe period immediately surrounding the birth of a baby is al critical one for the future relationship between parent and child. This booklet provi des ins i ght into the prenatal peri od and offers specifi c measures of support for new parents from pregnancy through the first month of the baby's life. Written in conversational stylet the information presented will be of direct benefit to parents, students, individuals, and groups involved in developing community programs." Availability: This booklet may be purchased for $4.00 from the National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuset Publishing Department, 332 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1250, Chicago, Illinois 60604-4357. Phone: 312/663-3520. GETTING THE WORD OUT A planning tool and workbook for community based organizations. The details of this 74-page book include promotions, campaigns. cost benefits and target audiences. It is useful for both rural iind urban civic groups, social services agenciest churches. etc. Availability: A limited number of copies are available on a loan basis from SRS/ADAS. Copies may also be purchased for $6.95 plus postage from the ~j~~~~~~ ~l . Cl ~~~~~g:ha~~~i2Jj~i7g~~st Wash 1 ngtan Avenue. ลก1c A:t~S~j E D 0 ALCOHOL AND MARIJUANA INFORMATION FOR TEENS This is a double-sided fact sheet for quick reference andlor mass distribution. It provides basic facts regarding several drugs as well as specific information for young people regarding dru9s and school, driving, sexuality and pregnancy. Availability: This fact sheet is available for 15t plus postage from the Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts are available for quantity orders. ALL IN THE FAMILY: ALCOHOL The purpose of this booklet is to help parents better realize the role they play in the IIprevention or mimimization of alcohol problems within the context of family life or personal development. Especially noteworthy is an understanding of the factors which appear to influence a childls attitude, awareness, and behavior regarding alcohol whether by imitation, identification, conversation or observation." The booklet can be read by an individual or used in conjunction with the leaderls guide for group interaction. Designed principally for parents, the program may have appl i cabil ity to anyone who comes in contact with children from preschool age through adolescence. Availability: This booklet andlor the accompanying leader's guide are available from the Products Divisiont United States Jayceest Box 7, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74102. Phone: 918/584-2481. UNDERSTANDING HOW WE TEACH AND INFLUENCE CHILDREN ABOUT BETWEEN PARENT AND SCHlIOl by Dr. Murray Kappelman and Dr. Paul Ackerman This book is written to help parents become part of the te(~ which works to ensure quality education for individual children. "The expectations and object i ves of other members of thi s team are discussed as we 11 as how the team as a who 1 e can best be uti 1 i zed in a schoo 1 setting. II The authors believe that "each child will be helped only if there is sufficient rapport and understanding between parent, teacher, and school.1I Availability: This book may be available from Dial Press, 1 Dag New York, New York 10017. Phone: obtai ned in many bookstores and is also Hammarskjold Pl aza, 245 East 47th Street, 2121832-7300. BETWEEN PARENT AND lEENAGER by Dr. Haim G. Ginott This book IIdicusses terms of coexistence between parent élnd teenager, and descri bes methods of 1 i vi ng with teenagers in mutual respect and dignity." The author makes incisive observations and suggestions through extensive use of real life examples, anecdotes, and dialogue; statements and questions are followed by feeling-centered responses. The material encourages communication and negotiation throu£ h expression of feelings and responsibility for behavior. The author comments on values-clarification and specific problems such as drinkilrlgt driving, and drugs. Availability: This book may be obtained in many bookstores or ordered from the MacMi 11 an Company, 866 Third Avenue, New York, New York 10022. Phone: 212/935-2000. THE BIG BOOK OF FAMILY GAMES by Jerome Meyer. This 190-page book calls itself lithe most complete treasury of fun-filled games and activities for family and friends." Chapter titles include word games, games of action, pencil and paper games, quiz games, games for special occasions, magic tricks, mind reading games and games for the very young. Availability: This book is available for purchase in many bookstores or may be ordered from Hawthorn Books, 2 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10016. Phone: 212/725-1818. 0 BUILDING EFFECTIVE HOME-SCHOOL RELATIONSHIPS edited by Ira J. Gordon and William F. Breivogel The aim of this guidebook is lito offer practical suggestions built on a decade of experi ence in ways wh i ch soc i a 1 people and parents can work together for the enhancement of the learning of chi ldren. Covering the selection, recruitment and training of home visitors, as well as evaluation guidelines, this book shows you how to establish and profit from a home visitation program. The book is written from a userls point of view for the administrator, teacher, parent, and school board." Availability: This guidebook may be purchased from Allyn and Bacon, Inc., 470 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02210. Phone: 617/482-9220. CHILD DISCIPLINE: GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS by J. Gary May "Learning what discipline is and knowing when discipline stops and punishment and abuse begin are essential for good parenting practices. This booklet, available in English and Spanish, looks at discipline as a positive experience for children and clarifies the differences among discipline, punishment and abuse by investigating the purposes and probable results of each." Availability: This booklet may be purchased for $2.50 from the National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse, Publishing Department, 332 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1250, Chicago, Illinois 60604-4357. Phone: 312/663-3520. -".\ ~, } A CHIP OFF THE OLD BLOCK: PARENTS AS MODELS This 3-page booklet provides a description of modeling and information regarding research conducted on the technique. References are also included. Availability: This booklet is available for Wisconsin Clearinghouse, 1954 East Washington 53704-5291. Phone: 608/263-2797. Discounts orders. I 15t plus postage from the Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin are available for quantity DARE TO DISCIPLINE by Dr. James Dobson This 225-page book was first published in 1970. It has been widely circulated and read. As is stated in the introduction, this book is addressed to several IIvital aspects of raising healthy, respectful children. The term discipline is not limited in this context and neither is this book." Chapter titles include teaching respect and 0"" responsibility to children, "the miracle tools," ~i C1eiA N'n 'N' ED .' classroom, the barriers to learning, discipline in m ;à i ,'y"""",',',' S" ",1 '.~",', ' gone to pot, and "a moment for mom." '" ¡", '~ , , \ '.