ktt process
Our Process
The Know the Truth™ substance use prevention program has been operating in Minnesota’s schools, with programs geared toward Grades 6-12 since 2006. Our program uses evidence based principles broadly supported by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the Office of National Drug Control Policy, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).
We operate under two assumptions held by NIDA:
Substance use and addiction are complex issues, unpredicted by any one factor. Genes, environment, and age of first use are all likely contributors to the development of a substance disorder.
Prevention and early intervention work. Multiple studies have found that evidence based substance use prevention programs are both effective and cost effective.
As an evidenced-based provider, we work with schools and communities to tailor our approach to meet the specific needs of the local community.
Our process includes five stages:
Risk Assessment
Capacity
Planning
Implementation
