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... > social science subjects > counseling and psychotherapy > counseling programs > substance abuse treatment > prevention theories, research, techniques, strategies, and effectiveness > information dissemination
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > behavior (psychology) > human communication > information dissemination

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information dissemination  

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  • Prevention is a process of influencing people to change their behavior by adopting positive behaviors or avoiding negative ones. The work of prevention is accomplished through a variety of strategies that differ in their form, intensity, and expected outcome. [Source: Encyclopedia of Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, & Recovery; Information Dissemination]

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