The SAMHSA Model Programs featured on this site have been tested in communities, schools, social service organizations, and workplaces across America, and have provided solid proof that they have prevented or reduced substance abuse and other related high-risk behaviors. Programs included have been reviewed by SAMHSA's National Registry of Effective Programs (NREP). This Web site serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in learning about and/or implementing these programs.

Visit our NREP section for detailed evaluation criteria and background information on the NREP review process. The process includes analyzing and scoring program evaluation materials and other supporting documentation of program process and effectiveness relative to 18 criteria.

Search Tool. An enhanced Risk and Protective Factors Search Tool for Model Programs that can protect young people from risks and encourage youth to grow in positive environments is under development. Thanks for the feedback on this important effort.

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Educate yourself about the immediate and long-term negative effects of substance abuse and other high-risk behaviors to your community.

Read Connecting Science to Service, a document that highlights how the SAMHSA Model Programs National Dissemination System helps meet the needs of communities.

Background information on SAMHSA Model Programs also is available.