In
Changing Perceptions of Sexual Violence Over Time, the authors review available research on perceptions held by the general public about sexual violence and how those perceptions have changed over time. They also make recommendations for future practice, which include discussing the root causes of sexual violence and addressing subtle victim blaming.
More information about This Week! Features can be viewed at the Center's Web site.
Save the Date! Upcoming Webinar: "Marijuana Prevention on College Campuses in a Changing Environment"
Marijuana remains the most commonly used illicit drug among college students. The co-morbid use of marijuana and alcohol (the most common drug of abuse) among college students is a high-risk factor for multiple acute and chronic problems, including drugged driving, academic failure, mental health problems, and substance abuse disorders. In addition, very few students report marijuana use exclusively - most marijuana users are also users of other illicit substances or are regular heavy drinkers. Studies also indicate that using marijuana in combination with other substances increases the likelihood of negative consequences and more problems on campus.
Date: February 23, 2012
Time: 1:30-3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Registration: Will open in mid-January 2012
Presenter: James E. Lange, Ph.D., Coordinator of Alcohol and Other Drug Initiatives, San Diego State University
For more information about the Webinar, please visit the Center's Web site.
Prevention Update: The Role of Law Enforcement in Prevention Now Posted
Enforcement is not necessarily intended to apprehend and punish those who violate the law. The Role of Alcohol Beverage Control Agencies in the Enforcement and Adjudication of Alcohol Laws points out that "enforcement is designed to increase the perceived likelihood that a violation will be detected, which is a key component of deterrence. . . . Deterrence involves three key components: the perceived likelihood that a violation will lead to apprehension, the perceived swiftness with which a penalty will be imposed, and the extent of the penalty."
To view online or download The Role of Law Enforcement in Prevention, please visit the Prevention Updates page on the Center's Web site.
The Center Has Moved
On December 1, 2011, the address for the Higher Education Center changed; the telephone numbers for staff and the toll-free number, as well as the Web site address, all remain as they were.
The Center's new address is:
The U.S. Department of Education's Higher Education Center for Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Violence Prevention
Education Development Center, Inc.
43 Foundry Avenue
Waltham, MA 02453
Toll Free: 1-800-676-1730
Fax: 617-928-1537
Web site: http://higheredcenter.ed.gov
