Preventing Substance Abuse in Military Members and Their Families

Series: Prevention Tactics Vol. 9, Iss. 14 Topic: Implementation, Population Specific Approaches

The focus of this Tactic is to examine the challenges that military members and their families experience that may result in an increased risk for substance abuse. The Tactic will also highlight best practices, prevention programs, and resources that specialize in serving military members and their families.

Effective prevention programs and policies that stress the importance of wellness, resiliency, and protective factors will also be presented.