What Really Works to Prevent Alcohol Problems?

Join Together Has the Answers

Join Together (JTO), a project of the Boston University School of Public Health, helps answer this question with "Ten Drug and Alcohol Policies That Will Save Lives." Endorsed by several public health organizations, including the Marin Institute, this guide draws on scientific research to educate politicians and voters about policies that can prevent and reduce alcohol and drug problems. JTO is sending this guide to every elected official across the nation. The 10 policies include:

1. Increase alcohol prices through taxes, particularly on beer.
2. Limit alcohol advertising and promotional activities that target youth.
3. Adopt laws to prevent alcohol-related deaths among young people.
4. Require equal insurance coverage for drug and alcohol treatment.
5. Support the development of effective medications for addiction treatment.
6. Make screening for alcohol and drug problems routine.
7. Give higher payments to providers who get better results.
8. Require effective treatment and supervised aftercare programs.
9. Repeal policies that prevent ex-offenders from participating in society.
10. Support the work of community coalitions.

For detailed information or to order copies visit www.jointogether.org