Botvin Life Skills
Evidence-based
Overview
The Botvin Life Skills program is a groundbreaking substance abuse and violence prevention program based on 35 years of rigorous scientific research. It helps youth to resist drug, alcohol, and tobacco use and effectively supports the reduction of violence and other high-risk behaviors
Social-Emotional Learning
Learning Objectives
Personal Self-Management Skills
General Social Skills
Drug Resistance Skills
Grades 6-9
30-45 minute class sessions
Measurable Education
Program Structure
There are 15 Lessons:
Self-Image and Self-improvement
Making Decisions (2 days)
Smoking: Myths and Realities
Marijuana: Myths and Realities
Advertising
Coping with Anxiety (2 days)
Communication Skills
Social Skills (2 days)
Assertiveness (2 days)