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VSAAC Curriculum &
Resource Center
 Since 1990, VSAAC
has been extremely active as an information and referral resource for the
Valley and surrounding communities regarding alcohol, tobacco, and substance
abuse issues.
In addition to
developing our own curriculums, interactive presentations, workshops,
videos, public service announcements, educational booklets, brochures, and
fliers concerning the dangers of substance abuse and how the community can
work together to overcome the odds, VSAAC has also compiled a listing of
outside resources, and national and local organizations that can be of
additional assistance.
Many of the
materials listed on our resource pages (click links on the left side of this
page) can be received in bulk by calling VSAAC at
(203)736-8566 or by
e-mail at vsaac@bghealth.org.
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Curriculum/Interactive
Presentations
Fatal Vision Goggles
"Fatal Vision Goggles," are actual goggles that, when worn, simulate the
effects of alcohol and other drugs on vision and coordination. A
variety of activities have been designed to go along with the goggles to
effectively demonstrate the dramatic effect of alcohol/substance impairment,
including an exercise in which students try to "walk the line" (a common
impairment test utilized by police officers) while wearing the goggles.
A VSAAC Presentation
The Jar of Tar
The "Jar of Tar" is a glass jar containing the amount of tar that a
one
pack a day smoker would put in their lungs in one year.
Health Edco, A division of WRS Group, Inc.
What is Your Drug IQ?
A new interactive CD-ROM that contains interesting and
useful information and quizzes. Facts are given for all drugs from alcohol
and
tobacco to heroin and the new designer drugs that are becoming increasingly
popular with youth.
Mr. Gross Mouth
A model showing the effects of prolonged use of chewing tobacco and
cigarettes in the mouth.
Health Edco, a division of WRS Group, Inc.
Swine Lung
A model of a pig's lung showing the effects of tobacco use.
Smoker's Roulette
A trivia game illustrating the diseases and other effects of smoking.
Health Edco, a division of WRS Group, Inc.
Wheel of Misfortune
A trivia game of drinks, drugs, and choices.
Health Edco, a division of WRS Group, Inc.
Poison Trap Smoker
Demonstrates the amount of smoke and tar collected from smoking one
cigarette.
Health Edco, a division of WRS Group, Inc.
AdSmarts
The first video-based media literacy curriculum about tobacco and alcohol
advertising.
Images About Alcohol
The most comprehensive
slide overview
available on alcohol problems and current beverage industry marketing
strategies.
Get The Edge
The 'Performance Edge" was designed as a positive way to
teach young people about the dangers of
drinking and smoking. Rather than asking teenagers to say 'no' to something
negative, the
program urges them to say 'yes' to peak performance- on the athletic field,
in the classroom, and
on the job.
Faces of Addiction
This kit was developed with the help of two nationally
recognized organizations that help communities address their substance abuse
problems - Join Together and
Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America.
Media Sharp
A program to help young people critically assess how media
normalize, glamorize, and create role models for unhealthy lifestyles and
behaviors.
All of the above program
materials/curriculums can be obtained by contacting The Valley Substance
Abuse Action Council (VSAAC) at (203) 736-8566 or e-mail
vsaac@bghealth.org.
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Publications, Pamphlets &
Brochures
Publications
"Enhancing Self-Esteem"
By Freu Carlock
"Playful Parenting"
By Chapman-Weston
"Parenting Teenagers"
By Dinkmeyer & McKay
"Positive Discipline A-Z 1001 Solutions to Everyday Parenting Problems"
By Nelson, Lott, Glenn
"You Can't Do It Alone"
By O'Brian
"When You Love a Child"
By Hodgson
"When Good Kids Do Bad Things: A Survival Guide for Parents of Teenagers"
By Levine
"I'm on Your Side: Resolving Conflict with your Teenage Son/Daughter"
By Nelson & Lott
"Parents, Teens, & Boundaries"
By Bluestein
"Coping with an Alcoholic Parent"
By Porterfield
"Parenting Our Parents: Senior Care Options"
By Zweck
"Parents Who Help Their Children Overcome Drugs"
By Bechel
"Somebody Called Me a Retard Today…and My Heart Felt Sad"
By Ellen O'Shaughnessy
(Children's Book)
"I Wish Daddy Didn't Drink So Much"
By Judith Vigna
(Children's Book)
"No Smoking"
By Toni Goffe
(Children's Book)
Pamphlets & Informational Flyers
"All About Sniffing & Inhalants: A Special Report for Young People"
A D.I.N. Publication by Jennifer James
"All About Alcohol: A Special Report for Young People"
A D.I.N. Publication by Leslie Davis
"All About Speed: A Special Report for Young People"
A D.I.N. Publication by Jim Parker
"All About Peer Pressure & Choices: A Special Report for Young
People"
A D.I.N. Publication by Jennifer James
"All About Marijuana: A Special Report for Young People"
A D.I.N. publication by Jennifer James
"Designer Drugs: Deadly by Design"
A D.I.N. Publication by Lisa Turney
"All About Smoking: A Special Report for Young People"
A D.I.N. Publication by Jennifer James
"Drugs, Alcohol & Pregnancy: Essential Information for Expectant Mothers
to Protect Your Baby's Health & Well-Being"
A Do It Now/Lifeworks Publication by Christina Dye
"Drugwise: Growing Up Straight in a Chemical Culture"
A Do It Now Foundation Publication by Jim Parker
"Club Drugs: Destination X"
A D.I.N. Publication by Jim Parker
"Nitrous Oxide & Nitrite Inhalants: Just Say N2O"
A Do It Now Foundation Publication by Susan Merci
"Crack: Cocaine Squared"
A D.I.N. Publication by Jennifer James
"How to Talk to an Older Person Who Has a Problem With
Alcohol or Medications"
Hazelden
"Growing Up Drug-Free: A Parent's Guide To Prevention"
U.S. Department of Education
"Helping Your Child Keep Free Time Drug-Free"
Channing L. Bete Co., Inc.
"Is the Media Misleading Your Child?"
Channing L. Bete Co., Inc.
"Connecticut Drunk Driving Laws"
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
"Facts About Secondhand Smoke"
American Lung Association
"Helping Your Child Refuse to Use"
Channing L. Bete Co., Inc.
"Do the Math…Tobacco Kills"
Valley Substance Abuse Action Council
"Smoking: Fast Facts"
Do It Now Foundation
"Rohypnol: Fast Facts"
Do It Now Foundation
"Ecstasy: Fast Facts"
Do It Now Foundation
"Liquid 'E' GHB: Fast Facts"
Do It Now Foundation
"Smoke Signals: Smoking & You"
A D.I.N. Publication by Lisa Turney
"D.U.I.: Drinking,
Drugs & Driving"
A D.I.N. Publication by Gayle Rosellini
"Mind Over Matter: The Brain's Response to Steroids"
National Institute on Drug Abuse/National Institutes of Health
"Drug Education Guide"
Belinda McFee, Drug Counseling & Evaluation Services
Many of the above listed
publications/materials can be ordered in bulk or individual quantities by
contacting The Valley Substance Action Council (VSAAC) at (203) 736-8566 or
e-mail: vsaac@bghealth.org.
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Videos &
DVD's
"A Stone's Throw"
Adult alcohol use and it's impact on youth attitudes and behavior
By Mid-State Substance Abuse Commission and FACE
"Zero Tolerance" - a seven minute PSA
By CT Coalition to Stop Underage Drinking
"Club Drugs - The
Real Deal"
By HRM
"Educate: Creating Inhalant Abuse Awareness Together"
By National Inhalant Prevention Center
"Ready or Not: Talking with Kids About Alcohol"
By The Century Council, in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of
America
To obtain any of the above
materials, contact The Valley Substance Abuse Action Council (VSAAC) at
(203) 736-8566, or e-mail:
vsaac@bghealth.org.
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Internet Resources Valley Links
Electronic Valley
Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce
Healthy Valley 2000
Valley Council of Health and Human
Service Organizations
Join Together Online
Substance Abuse Organizations
Prevention Resources
Substance Abuse Information Resources
Substance Abuse Treatment/Recovery
Substance Abuse Social Policy
Substance Abuse Research
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