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These programs may fail to engage students effectively, as they often present a one-sided, fear-based message that may not resonate with the target audience.
The “Just Say No” approach often oversimplifies the reasons why people use drugs, ignoring the social, emotional, and environmental factors that contribute to substance abuse.
Research suggests that fear-based approaches alone are not very effective in preventing substance use, as they may not provide students with the tools and skills they need to make informed decisions.
Such programs may inadvertently perpetuate biases about individuals struggling with substance abuse issues, creating barriers to seeking help.
Critics argue that these programs do not provide practical strategies for handling real-life situations and peer pressure related to drug use.
We shift attitudes and empower your students to make smart choices. We spark conversations that challenge our perceptions and get results.
We open up communication channels about substance use between people in a community to deepen trust, interpersonal understanding, and support.
We provide evidence-based and accurate information to educate and empower people in the community to make informed decisions about their health about substance use.
We learn about what you are already doing well and your challenges, so we can offer recommendations for integrating the program into your academic community.
We make introducing our programs easy by partnering with you to tailor the message, launch the program, and support you through each step of the implementation process.
We assess what’s working well, target what’s needed, and follow up with outcome measures and detailed recommendations.
Meet the dynamic duo behind Panaptic: Dr. Sarah Ferraro Cunningham, PsyD, and Dr. Richard Von Feldt, PsyD. With extensive backgrounds in substance use prevention and intervention, they bring a wealth of experience to Panaptic’s mission of community-based prevention. Discover more about their inspiring journeys and how they’re leading the charge for a safer, healthier future.
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Panaptic provides a compassionate, engaging, and evidence-based substance use prevention curriculum that shifts perspectives in your community.
