Évaluation de l'implantation et des effets perçus du pilote du Groupe de réflexion sur les drogues (2e génération)
Adolescence is a critical moment to prevent substance abuse considering that it is a period favourable for first experiments with drugs. It is especially important to offer programs to at-risk teenagers because they are more inclined to develop an addiction. This research project aims to describe the fidelity of implementation and identify the perceived effects of the pilot of the Groupe de réflexion sur les drogues (2nd generation) (GRD), an innovative prevention program for teenagers with problematic substance use or at risk of becoming it. The sample includes four teenagers residing in two readaptation units of the Centre Jeunesse de Montréal – Institut Universitaire as well as to educators having delivered the program. Logs, questionnaires and individual interviews allowed to collect data. Descriptive quantitative analysis and qualitative thematic analysis were performed. Overall, results show that the GRD was established as it was conceived and that the participants benefited from the activities intended in the instructor’s guide. Results also show some possible effects, especially on increasing motivation to change, modifying consumption patterns, learning new knowledge on drugs and using protective behavioral strategies. Involvements for research and practice are also discussed.
consommation de substances psychoactives adolescences Substance use Prevention program Pilot project Harm reduction Adolescence Implementation Effects