Evidence-Based Prevention for your 2026–2027 Program

Botvin LifeSkills Training (LST) is a research-validated, proven program that prevents substance abuse and violence. It works by addressing the social and psychological factors that lead to risky behavior. This comprehensive and exciting program gives youth the skills and confidence they need to handle tough situations.

Dr. Gilbert J. Botvin, a leading prevention expert, created LST based on over 30 scientific studies. Leading professional and government agencies recognize LST as a Model or Exemplary program.

Instead of just identifying the dangers of drug abuse, LST promotes healthy alternatives to risky behavior through activities that:

Teach students the life skills to resist social/peer pressures to smoke, drink, and use drugs
Help students develop self-esteem and self-confidence
Enable students to cope with anxiety
Increase student knowledge of the consequences of substance abuse
Enhance skills to prevent a variety of health risk behaviors

DRUG USE

Proven to cut Drug Use by up to 75%

ALCOHOL USE

Proven to cut Alcohol Use by up to 60%

ALCOHOL USE

Proven to cut Verbal/ Physical Aggression, Fighting, and Delinquency by up to 50%

ALCOHOL USE

Proven to cut tobacco use by up to 87%