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Alcohol problems in later life: Evaluation of a model community education program

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Described is the development and evaluation of a three hour multimedia community education program on alcohol problems in later life. Designed for families, older adults and service providers, the program provides information and skills needed to recognize and to take appropriate action with regard to alcohol abuse among the elderly. Compared to a control group, program participants had significant gains in knowledge and in their intent to take appropriate action in response to alcohol problems.

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  1. Program on Gerontology, Oregon State University, 97331-5102, Corvallis, OR

    Clara C. Pratt Ph.D. (Professor and Director), Willetta Wilson Ph.D. (Adjunct Professor) & Alida Benthin M.A. (Graduate Research Assistant)

  2. Extension Service, Oregon State University, Milam 161, 97331-5106, Corvallis, OR

    Vicki L. Schmall Ph.D. (Gerontology Specialist)

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Supported in part by Grant #90 AMO 302/01, US Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Human Development, Administration on Aging.

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Pratt, C.C., Schmall, V.L., Wilson, W. et al. Alcohol problems in later life: Evaluation of a model community education program. Community Ment Health J 28, 327–335 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00755799

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