Basics
Are all Life Skills offered throughout the country the same?
No! Botvin Life Skills is an evidence-based model supported by research.
True/False: Only two research studies acknowledge the effectiveness of Botvin Life Skills Training.
FALSE. There are numerous studies backing the effectiveness.
Do students have a say in the topics discussed during class sessions?
Yes! Instructors are told to ensure lessons are based in the population being served in the cohort. "Adapt to local needs"
No, not currently
True
What is the acronym for Life Skills Training?
LST
True/False: Risky driving was not impacted by the Botvin Life Skills Training.
FALSE ~ There was a finding of a reduction of risky driving among participants who completed the program.
According to the theoretical framework, is behavior change more effective with low-intensity, unimodal programs OR with high-intensity, multimodal programs?
High-intensity, multi-modal programs!
Can a student complete only a few lessons and still have the same impact?
NO! The entire curriculum needs to be completed for successful behavioral and thought pattern changes.
How many classes are there in the elementary curriculum?
24 class sessions
Fill in the blank of one of the goals: Drug ________ Skills
Resistance
What was the highest quality of research (e.g., trial type) conducted to demonstrate the effectiveness of LST?
Randomized Controlled Trials! Bonus: longitudinal post-intervention follow-ups.
What types of information can social workers gather from structured interviews with teachers, case managers, and participants to improve the program? (Think basic!)
Qualitative Information
On average, how much does it cost to train one person to instruct the curriculum?
$1000
How many class sessions are in the curriculum for middle school students?
30 class sessions
What type of general skills are taught throughout the curriculum? (Think baisc!)
Social skills!
Which substance showed the greatest reduction in use among populations who completed LST?
Tobacco ~ 87%
What is the estimated duration of the effects of the curriculum for a learner?
12 years
In what languages are official program materials available?
Spanish and English
How many class sessions are there in the high school curriculum?
10 classes
Name two locations LST is offered in WI.
- Racine WI
- Washburn County
- Milwaukee/ Milwaukee County
- Northwoods Coalition
- Dane County
What percent reduction in marijuana use did participants who completed LST exhibit?
75%
Is Life Skills Training formulated and evidence-based to help adults with substance use?
NO!! Only for children grades 3-12
Name two different populations for whom the program has been proven effective in reducing substance use.
- White Middle-Class Students
- Ethnic minority students (African-American and Latino)
- Inner City populations
- Suburban populations
- Rural populations
What year was the most recent study demonstrating the efficacy of Life Skills Training published?
2023