An Evaluation of D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education), Using a Solomon Four-Group Design With Latent Variables

Richard L. Dukes, Jodie B. Ullman and Judith A. Stein
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Richard L. Dukes: Colorado University, Colorado Springs
Jodie B. Ullman: University of California, Los Angeles
Judith A. Stein: University of California, Los Angeles

Evaluation Review, 1995, vol. 19, issue 4, 409-435

Abstract: The authors examine the effectiveness of Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.), con trolling for maturation and pretest sensitization by using a Solomon Four-Group design with latent variables. Results analyzed at the classroom level (440 classrooms, 10,000 students) indicated that D.A.R.E. participation resulted in greater self-esteem, stronger institutional bonds, and endorsement of fewer risky behaviors. The pretest was reactive on one of four latent-variable outcomes: resistance to peer pressure. Maturation resulted in effects counter to D.A.R.E.: lower self-esteem and weaker institutional bonds. Effects were stronger than those reported in prior meta-analytic studies.

Date: 1995
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DOI: 10.1177/0193841X9501900404

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