Audio/Video Library

VD #586, ADOLESCENTS AND MARIJUANA: GETTING A LIFE (2000)
14 minutes,
Teens/Adults
Teens who experienced the highs and lows of marijuana abuse share their tales of addiction and loss and subsequent recovery. Told strictly through the voices of the teens profiled, the video cuts to the core of marijuana attraction and the ultimate cost to the user on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level.

VD #148, ADVERTISING ALCOHOL - CALLING THE SHOTS (1991)
30 minutes
Middle and High School/Adults
The alcohol industry spends over $2 billion annually on advertising. This video by Jean Kilbourne presents a detailed visual and conceptual analysis of why this advertising does much more than simply tell us what we can buy. We see how the fears and needs of young people are used to create the young, new alcohol consumer. This program demonstrates how some advertising deliberately disguises the warning signs of problem drinking and falsely links alcohol with precisely those qualities - happiness, success, sexual fulfillment, prestige, athletic ability, creativity that the abuse of alcohol diminishes and destroys. A list of additional resources is available with the video.

VD #321, AIDS: THE FACTS OF LIFE (1995)
27 minutes
Adults
Hosted by celebrities and including commentary from medical professionals, this adult education program offers a tremendous amount of information about AIDS. Straight forward group discussions are shown during the program with adults sharing their views on dating, sex, and AIDS. Medical issues covered include: immunity, AIDS testing, transmission, doses for contagion, and options for controlling AIDS. The video also provides information related to AIDS myths and alternative ideas for prevention.

VD #320, AIDS: NOT US! (1991)
35 minutes
High School/Adults/Urban Youth
This video is a tale of five friends and how AIDS touched their lives. Geared toward urban youth, it uses an excellent storyline to show how AIDS is transmitted, myths concerning the disease, how to protect yourself, facts about condom use, and shows how the disease affects family and friends. Language from the streets and an inner city setting make the story both realistic and hard hitting while giving all the basics of AIDS awareness. DUE TO LANGUAGE AND SEXUALLY FRANK CONTENT, WE RECOMMEND INDIVIDUALS PREVIEW FOR APPROPRIATENESS BEFORE SHOWING.

VD #608, AIDS: ONE TEENAGER'S STORY (1996)
32 minutes/Leaders Guide Available
Middle School/High School
This is the story of one teenage girl who has to come to grips with the discovery that she is infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. The information is geared towards helping viewers to understand that counseling and treatment are available and that AIDS can happen to anyone.

VD #522, AL-ANON SPEAKS FOR ITSELF (1986)
15 minutes
Adults/Families
This video is designed to inform professionals and the public about Al-Anon and Alateen. The video explains these programs for families and their work at supporting the families and friends of alcoholics. The video includes interviews and basic 12-step philosophy.

VD #523, ALATEEN TELLS IT LIKE IT IS (1987)
16 minutes
High School/Families
This video tells the basic facts about Alateen with interviews by teenagers. Designed to attract teens to the program and give them support, this introduction to Alateen provides information on confidentiality, types of meetings, and meeting settings. This video is conference approved and provides one of the best basic overviews of the Alateen program.

VD #609, ALCOHOL 101: SPEAKING TO TODAY'S COLLEGE STUDENTS (1998)
16 minutes
Adult/College
This video is designed to reduce harm associated with the misuse of alcohol, to help college students make responsible decisions about drinking. More than 13,000 students - freshmen, athletes and Greeks - took part in Alcohol 101's first year test: large-group orientations, regular classes, and one-on-one in computer labs and residence halls.

VD #249, ALCOHOL AND ATTITUDES: WHERE DO YOU STAND? (1993)
28 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School
This video presents a series of thought-provoking scenarios on issues connected to teen alcohol use, then follows each up with questions designed to generate discussion and critical analysis of values and behavior. The video helps students challenge assumptions, myths, and common destructive attitudes toward alcohol.

VD #209, ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE: STAGES OF RECOVERY (1988)
27 minutes
Adults
This film demonstrates the physical and emotional destruction caused by chemical dependency. Patients in various stages of recovery discuss with their physician their problems with use; and the impact the disease had on family, friends and society; and the treatment programs and self-help groups that have helped them achieve and maintain alcohol- and drug-free lives.

VD #343, ALCOHOL AND DRUG PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS (1995)
4 minutes
High School/Adults
This is a collection of seven different public service announcements developed by Ohio Parents For Drug Free Youth. Each announcement deals with an aspect of alcohol and drug use and abuse. There are three versions of each with lengths of 30, 15, and 10 seconds. The public service announcements have a variety of topics which are: Friends and juvenile crime, Overdoses, The Red Ribbon Campaign, Ohio Parents Promotion, Parent Role Models, Drinking & Driving, and Marijuana. These can be used either as discussion starters or as awareness announcements for each topic.

VD #305, ALCOHOL AND THE MIND (1995)
30 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
Computer images and accounts from users recount how alcohol blurs the ability to think clearly and act rationally. The video includes accounts from college students, alcoholics in recovery, physicians, and a law enforcement officer who describes the consequences of drinking and driving. Computer graphics compare the brain to a building with the lights going out to show the levels of effect that alcohol has on the mind. The effects of poor judgment due to alcohol use are also discussed.

VD #3, ALCOHOL AND COCAINE: THE SECRET OF ADDICTION (1988)
36 minutes
High School/Adults/General Audience
ABC News Correspondent Bill Blackmore presents information about how alcohol and cocaine affect not only the brain but also destroy such vital human elements as bone marrow, muscle fiber, sex hormones, and even the immune system. The program discusses the surprising revelation that heredity plays a more crucial role in the development of addiction than previously believed.

VD #176, ALCOHOL AND PREGNANCY: FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME AND FETAL ALCOHOL EFFECTS (1993)
20 minutes
High School/Adults
This program shows how alcohol adversely effects the developing fetus and points out critical periods during pregnancy when the fetus is most vulnerable. Through candid interviews, it presents a realistic look at the daily struggles of the FAS/FAE child and his parents or caregivers. The interviews, featuring a diverse group of children, teenagers, biological parents and foster parents, create a developmental overview of FAS/FAE in understandable language.

VD#390, ALCOHOL AND YOUR BODY (1995)
30 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
This program traces the effects of alcohol on the nervous, circulatory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and muscular/skeletal systems of the human body. Specific disorders that can result from alcohol consumption, such as alcoholic pancreatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, and fetal alcohol syndrome, are described. Dr. Ernest Noble presents new information about the genetic basis for alcoholism and the role that alcohol consumption plays in the development of several forms of cancer is revealed. In candid interviews, several recovering alcoholics share their experiences and describe how the pressure to drink came early in life. The medical information presented is authenticated by some of the top researchers in the field, several of whom appear in the program.

VD # 2, ALCOHOL, CHILDREN, AND THE FAMILY (1988)
20 minutes
High School/Adults/General Audience
Dr. Timmen L. Cermak provides a solid background for examination of the harm done to children in chemically dependent families. After reviewing the developmental needs of children that are met in healthy families, Dr. Cermak shows how these needs are not met in families where one or both of the parents are alcoholic. The effects of dysfunction at each stage of a youngster's development are described in detail.

VD #4, ALCOHOL...DRUGS...AND KIDS (1989)
18 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School/General Audience/Parents
Why do kids start drinking or taking drugs? How does experimentation lead to chemical abuse? Four teenagers in a hospital drug and alcohol rehabilitation unit share their experiences. Using flashback dramatization, the kids talk about how and why they got started. But, they then point out that using alcohol and drugs didn't help them in the ways they thought it would. The teens' counselor discusses peer pressure, self-esteem, and negative stressors that lead to substance abuse.

VD #245, ALCOHOL, DRUGS, AND SENIORS: TARNISHED DREAMS (1987)
23 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Adults/Senior Citizen Groups
Dramatic vignettes illustrate that nowhere is the abuse and misuse of alcohol and drugs more cruelly felt than among older adults. The video shows how overuse of alcohol and drugs by seniors makes it difficult for them to deal effectively with the everyday stresses and strains of life. It teaches that the risk of accident and illness is increased, and that life expectancy is shortened by as much as fifteen years. The seven major warning signs of addiction are shown, and suggestions are given that will help seniors obtain professional assistance.

VD #297, "ALCOHOL OVERDOSE" A MICHIGAN EDUCATIONAL SPECIAL (1994)
56 minutes
Junior High/High School/Adults
This program is a Michigan Educational Special on the dangers of Alcohol Overdose. Designed for parents and youth grades 7-12, the program is hosted by talk show host Maury Povich. Interviews with teens, physicians, and parents of youth who have suffered from alcohol overdoses. This video will inform teens and adults about the dangers of drinking too much. It also provides information on signs of alcohol overdose, what to do with someone who may be suffering from alcohol overdose, and what can be done to help stop the epidemic teen drinking at the local level.

VD #202, ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS-AN INSIDE VIEW (1981)
28 minutes
Adults
Provides an inside look an Alcoholics Anonymous through personal stories of those who have used the service. Emphasizes the anonymity of participation by not revealing the faces or identities of those shown in the film who are in Alcoholics Anonymous. This is an updated video version of the original "Alcoholics Anonymous" film.

VD #5, ALCOHOLISM...A DISEASE OF PERCEPTION (1990)
34 minutes
High School/Adults
Clancy Imislund, Managing Director of the Midnight Mission in Los Angeles offers a surprisingly persuasive contrary view of the alcoholic being a person whose problem is alcohol. An upbeat and sometimes humorous presentation which describes how alcoholics can find the tenuous path back to safety, sanity, and sobriety.

VD #605, ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY (Based on the book by Judith Viorst)
14 minutes/Discussion guide
Preschool/Adult
Based on the book, this film tells the story of one small boy's bad day - a day filled with mishaps, embarrassment, disappointments, and frustrations, large and small.

VD #355, AN ALPHABETTER ANSWER (1989)
31 minutes
Elementary and Middle School/Parents/Teachers
This award winning drama is the story of a fifth grade class that writes and performs a play for the PTA-sponsored drug prevention program. Preparing for the play, each student develops drug prevention message based on a different letter of the alphabet. Students' messages reflect their personal concerns including alcoholic parents, truancy, smoking, single parent families, and delinquency. Over time, troubled students develop a more positive self-image with the support of classmates, teacher's and family.

VD #358, AMERICA IN JEOPARDY: THE YOUNG EMPLOYEE IN THE WORKPLACE (1995)
20 minutes
EAP/ Adults/ High School
This is an excellent EAP (employee assistance program) film for the young American worker. Using gripping testimonials from several recovering young workers, this film shows how substance abuse on the job can affect your performance, your health, and your future. This video also discusses why the American workforce is becoming safer and less tolerant of substance abuse. A wonderful EAP resource, it can be used for both adult and adolescent workers.

VD #339, AN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION OF THE 12 STEP PROGRAM (1994)
60 minutes/Voice, Signed, & Captioned
High School/Adults/ Deaf & Hearing Impaired Community
This video is an American Sign Language interpretation of the twelve steps. The interpreters describe each step, and provide easy explanations for viewers on how each step can be achieved. The video is both voiced and signed, making it easily followed by both the deaf and hearing community.

VD #466, AND DOWN WILL COME BABY (1997)
17 minutes
High School /Adults/ Parents/General Audience
This video discusses and illustrates the effects that alcohol and drugs can have on unborn child. It especially looks at the effects of cocaine, crack heroin and alcohol and how even limited use can lead to fetal harm and birth defects. The video uses interviews with parents, professionals, and interesting graphics to get the message across that there is no safe drug use while pregnant. Various drug syndromes and FAS/FAE are included in this program along with the long-term effects of drug use on the child.

ANGER SERIES (2001)
Adults
Ex-offenders and recovering men and women come face to face with the cost of anger. They discover that destructive behaviors are connected to a pattern of thoughts, beliefs and feelings. Learning to understand each of these, along with awareness of body responses, provides valuable early warning. Participants learn many effective alternatives and practical skills, which give them the power to make new choices-and create a different life.

1) VD #598A, Anger, Creating New Choices: A Closer Look
35 minutes
A closer look reveals that many things happen before we get angry: thoughts, beliefs, and feelings all play a crucial role. Becoming aware of what happens before we get angry - discovering that we do have time to do something different - is a crucial first step in creating new choices.

2) VD #598B, Anger, Creating New Choices: Catch It Early
35 minutes
Jealousy and revenge are examples of feelings which can create pictures in our minds. These are visual thoughts, which drive us to actions like checking up on the suspected person. Allowing these actions to continue feeds our anger, and can easily lead to out-of-control aggression. Similarly, when anger begins to grow, adrenaline flows and major changes take place in our bodies. Learning how to notice these changes pictures and behaviors allows us to see what's coming before its too late.

3) VD# 598C, Anger, Creating New Choices: Practical Skills
36 minutes
Aggression can become a habit; we can invite anger even when we don't intend it. Our habitual body language and way of speaking can take us down an all-too-familiar path. Learning practical skills for "keeping others cool" -for being assertive instead of aggressive-opens a new door, giving us the ability to do something different; the power to create new choices.
Workbook includes 4 overheads: What are your beliefs? Anger can be a smokescreen, What were you feeling? Ways to manage anger? There are 11 worksheets to go with all three videos and guides for leaders to discuss videos.

VD #471, ANGER WITH CLAUDIA BLACK (1995)
28 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Adults
Claudia Black guides viewers through the idea that anger is an addiction, with similar signs, symptoms, and negative consequences. Using comparisons between the alcoholic personality and anger, Dr. Black provides clear cut examples of how anger takes control of lives and results in long term consequences. She provides seven steps to anger recovery, with each designed to act as a self-help tool that a client can use each day in their recovery process.

VD #375, ANGER: YOU CAN HANDLE IT (1995)
24 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School Students
Featuring high school students in credible, real-life circumstances, the video depicts many kinds of anger provoking situations teens frequently encounter. Viewers learn to recognize the triggers that set of their angry behavior and develop an "early warning system" through an understanding of their particular anger styles. Excellent vignettes make this video worth watching for any high school class.

VD #429, ANGRY JOHN (1995)
23 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Elementary/Middle School
An eleven year old boy named Cliff becomes caught up in fighting and petty vandalism at the urging of an animated T.V. bully named Angry John, and soon finds himself in a lot of trouble! Before Cliff's anger and inappropriate behavior get out of control, a school counselor steps in to help, and gives Cliff the tools he needs to manage his anger: stop & step away, think about and communicate anger to someone, and look for ways to solve the problem. With Cliff's help, even Angry John learns to channel his anger into positive action.

VD #170, ANOTHER CHANCE TO CHANGE: A TEENAGER'S STRUGGLE WITH RELAPSE AND RECOVERY (1992)
30 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Parents/Teachers
By dramatizing some critical relapse risk factors and warning signs, this video teaches viewers how to help recovering teenagers stay sober through their most difficult growing pains.

BABESWORLD "LESSONS IN LIVING" SERIES (1991-1993)
30 Minutes/ (Each)
Preschool/Elementary School
This series, featuring the BABES puppet characters, shows young children how deal with a variety of real-life situations in a simple and non-threatening manner. Using puppet characters, along with songs and activities, these videos portray realistic problems children face and their solutions. The programs are designed to help children have happy, healthy lives free of substance abuse. The series contains 13 videos, each dealing with a specific issue.

1) VD #399, I'm Looking Good and Feeling Fine! (Self Image and Feelings)
2) VD #400, She Made Me Do It...Didn't She? (Decision Making and Peer Pressure)
3) VD #401, Accepting the Things I Cannot Change and Changing the Things I Can
(Coping Skills)
4) VD #402, Let's Play Party (Alcohol and Other Drug Information)
5) VD #403, Retreat Is Not Defeat, and Failure Is Not Final (Getting Help)
6) VD #404, Wrapping Up (Review of other Lessons)
7) VD #405, When You Don't Know What to Do
(Helping Children from Chemically Dependent Homes)
8) VD #406, It's All My Fault (Learning About Divorce)
9) VD #407, Drinking & Driving is Dangerous (Drinking & Driving)
10) VD #408, Can AIDS Happen to Me? (Learning about AIDS)
11) VD #409, Does It Really Make You Cool? (Learning About Smoking)
12) VD # 410, We're Home Alone Again (Getting Help from Assistance Programs)
13) VD #411, I Don't Feel Safe Anymore (Learning About Violence)
VD #495, THE BAGGAGE CART (1997)
28 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
Adults
Claudia Black hosts this excellent video discussing how "personal baggage" leads to addiction, emotional problems and other compulsive disorders. This video is easy to follow and has a good variety of vignettes. It also touches on specific "baggage" issues such as shame, grief and anger. Eating disorders in women are also discussed. This video is a must for early recovery or any group discussing the underlying issues of compulsion.

BEAT THE STREETS SERIES (1996)
38 minutes each/Leader's Guide Available
Adults/ African Americans/ Urban Clients
A ground breaking series on life skills and relapse prevention for urban recovering addicts, BEAT THE STREET features real people who are successfully coping with the countless challenges of day-to-day recovery in urban neighborhoods. Using inspiring and credible role models, this series is ethnically diverse. It is composed of five individual videos dealing with a specific area of relapse prevention and life skills. Subject areas provided are:

1) VD #370, Street Smarts: Learning to Avoid Relapse: Teaches the viewers to take former street skills and turn them into "street smarts" for staying clean and sober, stressing eight essential skills: complete abstinence, not doing it alone, accepting disappointments, coping with stress, resisting the lure of easy money, avoiding going back to the old corner, resisting the pull of street life, and planning to handle offers.

2) VD #371, Back On The Block: Early Recovery: Focuses on the first weeks after rehab or prison, when the decisions made are critical to lasting recovery. Teaching points include: getting a sober & safe place to live, avoiding living with active users, creating a support system, keeping busy, preparing to handle running into old friends who still use, and coping with triggers in the neighborhood

3) VD #372, Recovering Relationships: Families, Partners, and Kids: Helps viewers recognize, avoid and cope with relapse traps that come up in relationships during early recovery (and beyond). Topics include: coping with an unsupportive and dysfunctional family, avoiding the trap of rescuing others, men's and women's issues in early recovery, sober sex, dealing with guilt over past parenting mistakes, and coping with stress of patenting in recovery.

4) VD #373, Catchin' Feelings: New Ways to Cope With Feelings: Teaches new ways of dealing with HIV and feelings engendered by racism.

5) VD #374, Making It Happen: Work, Money, School, & Good Times: Illustrates the importance of building a satisfying life for long-term recovery and relapse prevention, including: getting and keeping work, dealing with financial stress, giving back to the community, going back to school, having fun clean and sober, and reclaiming your dreams.

VD #398, BELIEVING IN YOURSELF (WITH ERNIE LARSON) (1992)
60 Minutes
Adults
Originally airing on Twin Cities Public Television, this excellent self-esteem video offers viewers two basic self-esteem principles for happiness. First, Ernie Arson encourages clients to explore the relationship they have with themselves. Second, he delivers powerful messages about faith and the power to change your behavior for the better.

VD #7, BENNY AND THE 'ROIDS (1988)
25 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School/Parents/Teachers
The story of a teenage high school football player, Benny Zimmer, who has worked hard to be a starting linebacker on this year's team. When practice begins, however, Benny finds he still cannot handle his bigger and stronger teammates. Desperate, he purchases anabolic steroids - drugs that increase muscle mass. Viewers follow Benny over the next few weeks to see the effects of the drugs on Benny's football efforts and social life.

VD #1, A BETTER PLACE, A BETTER TIME (1985)
35 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Adults/School Personnel/Citizen and Parent Groups
This video is a realistic portrayal of the everyday problems caused by adolescent alcohol and drug use, and depicts the schools' and communities' struggles to deal with them. The goal of this program is cooperative action on the part of everyone involved.

BIG CHANGES, BIG CHOICES (1993)
30 minutes each - 12 videos/Leader's Guide Available
Middle School Students
As children enter adolescence they begin the vital process of taking charge of their own lives. At the same time, of course, their bodies and minds are transforming, and their relationships with family, peers, and the world in general, are being drastically redefined. This series helps young adolescents work their way through this period of high anxiety while making choices that are positive and healthful.

1) VD #216, The Three R's of Growing Up
An overview program that gives young viewers a solid basis for choices and actions.

2) VD #217, You and Your Values
Looks at the important issue of identity, including "fitting in" - what it means and what we have to do (or sometimes sacrifice) to fit in.

3) VD #218, Enhancing Self-Esteem
Examines where high and low self-esteem come from, how our actions and choices either diminish or enhance our self-esteem, how to deal with factors that affect our self-esteem, and how we affect the self-esteem of others.

4) VD #219, Setting and Achieving Goals
Shows the benefits of learning to set and achieve goals.

5) VD #220, Dealing With Pressures
Explores positive, healthful ways for young adolescents to cope with all of the pressures of becoming a teenager.

6) VD # 221, Handling Emotions
Explores the emotional ups and downs of early adolescence and looks at positive, healthful ways to express feelings, including anger, sadness, depression, and loneliness.

7) VD #222, Preventing and Resolving Conflicts
Looks at how conflicts typically develop in middle school and how fights can be avoided. Kids are urged to find ways to control their anger, and to realize that violence is always a choice, and a bad one at that.

8) VD #223, Saying "No" to Alcohol and Other Drugs
Presents and reinforces anti-drug attitudes and teaches practical techniques for saying "no" to our friends.
BIG CHANGES, BIG CHOICES (CONTINUED)

9) VD #224, Speaking of Sex
Gives young adolescents the message that abstinence from sexual activity is normal and desirable at their age. It considers the emotional dangers of sexual activity and the realities of unwanted pregnancy and teen parenthood.

10) VD #225, Friendship
Explores friendship, cliques and clubs, and what it means to include or exclude others.

11) VD #226, Getting Along With Parents
Encourages kids to understand their parents' concerns and motivations and to keep open the lines of communication.

12) VD #227, Respecting Others
Emphasizes that everyone is entitled to respect regardless of appearance, race, national origin, disability, social status, etc.

VD # 8, THE BIG SELL (1990)
35 Minutes
Middle and High School/Adults/General Audience
Walter Williams, middle-American advertising genius, is offered the chance to create a state-of-the-art advertising campaign for Brooks Beer. The challenge? How do we get the college crowd to buy Brooks Lite? It provides an insightful look at liquor and advertising company tactics and offers some important operating principles to individuals and community groups alike.

VD #333, BLACK & RECOVERING: THE SEARCH FOR IDENTITY (1993)
18 minutes
Adults/African Americans
Using illustrations from contemporary African-American life, Peter Bell talks to African Americans who are in chemical dependence counseling about important cultural issues for their emotional growth. The video addresses a variety of topics and they relate to long-term recovery. Topics include: color consciousness, integration/separation, black authenticity, cultural pain, cultural boundaries, and cultural ignorance and insensitivity. This video will help those dealing with chemical dependence to face these issues in a way that will not threaten their long-term recovery.

BRADSHAW ON EATING DISORDERS (1994)
57 minutes each/Three Video Set
High School/Adults
John Bradshaw focuses on a subject which affects many people today, both men and women - Eating Disorders. This series embodies Bradshaw's most current thinking about food addiction and obsessions with weight. Using interviews with four women who have overcome various eating disorders - obesity, bulimia, anorexia, bingeing, and the thin/fat obsession. Bradshaw shows how our eating reflects our feelings and problems, why diets have failed, and provides a summary of how to maintain weight with ten steps to non-addictive eating. The videos include:
1) VD #452, Obsessions With Food
2) VD #453, The Danger of Diets
3) VD #454, Ten Components of Non-Addictive Eating.

BRADSHAW ON THE FAMILY (1994)
57 minutes each/Three Video Set
High School/ Adults
In this series John Bradshaw provides insight and information about the addictive family and it's components. Using lecture, interviews, and basic diagrams, Bradshaw shows viewers how addictive family systems develop, roles of the family, and how the family can return to health from addiction. This series is video number four, seven, and nine of the Bradshaw on the Family Collection. This series is a must for anyone who wants to escape the family's addictive cycle or is attempting to realize how an addictive family has affected their lives. These videos are also excellent for Co-dependency and COA/ACOA groups.

1) VD #449, The Compulsive Family
2) VD #450, The Most Common Family Illness (Co-Dependency)
3) VD #451, Health For The Family.

VD #301, BRAINSTORM: THE TRUTH ABOUT YOUR BRAIN ON DRUGS (1994)
60 minutes/ Four, 15 minute sections/ Leader's Guide Available
Middle School
This is a video developed by the Children's Television Workshop for students age 8 to 12. It describes their amazing brains and what when drugs get into their bodies. Brainstorm answers kids questions about WHY they should say no to drugs and supplements prevention efforts with scientific data and hands on activities. The video and the activity guide are full of games, discussions, and activities which can be used by teachers, specialists in science, and drug prevention.

VD #356, BRANDON TELLS HIS STORY (1996)
28 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School
This video is a drunk driving program that shows a remarkable young man who has paid the price for one stupid mistake he made when he was seventeen. Brandon had a few drinks at a party, managed to drive his friends home, and then wrapped his car around a tree. He spent the next two months in a coma and the next two years in rehab. You'll hear from Brandon what it's like to fight every day to get his life back to what it was. You'll meet his high school friends, who have now moved on. You will meet the Silveria family and begin to understand how Brandon's mistake has changed their lives. Most of all, you'll see how many lives can be changed forever by one irresponsible decision.

VD #141, BREAKING THE GRIP OF ADDICTION (1986)
7 minutes
High School/Adults
Examines the signs of various addictions so that the three steps to recovery can be achieved: recognizing the problem; talking about the problem; and taking action to get help.

VD #9, BRIDGING THE GAP (1985)
22 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School/Families/General Audience
Answers questions about anger, relationships, support groups, attitudes, peer-pressure, and other issues that concern youth. It speaks to its audience clearly and respectfully, and offers visually supportive information to youths who are chemically dependent and recovering.

VD #189, BROTHER EARL: THE COCAINE MONKEY (1990)
28 minutes
High School/Adults/African Americans
Brother Earl, in colorful terms anyone can understand, explains why cocaine is the most "cunning, baffling and powerful" addictive drug known to man. Watching this video will help those suffering with the disease of cocaine addiction understand their affliction and respond to treatment.

VD # 306, BROTHER EARL: A DESIGN FOR LIVING (1995)
37 minutes
Adults/African Americans
Filmed in the Cooke County Jail in Chicago, Brother Earl describes the reasons alcohol and drugs make people commit crimes, forget family and friends, and become repeat offenders. Using the 12 steps of AA, he colorfully illustrates how recovery and the prison experience can be used to create a new "design for living".

VD #427, BROTHER EARL: GOOD-BYE COCAINE (1996)
31 minutes
Adults/African Americans
Brother Earl, in colorful terms anyone can understand, explains why cocaine is the most "cunning, baffling & powerful" addictive drug of them all. Watching this presentation will help those suffering with the disease of cocaine addiction to understand the true nature of their affliction and begin to take the necessary steps toward recovery.

VD #147, BROTHER EARL: OUR FATHER (1989)
60 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults/African Americans
Brother Earl discusses the vital subject of spirituality with sensitivity and conviction. "The Lord's Prayer" is broken down into a practical day-to-day guide that can help the recovering addict embrace spirituality and manage life. Audience involvement adds genuine warmth to this special program.

VD #255, BROTHER EARL: RECOVERY - THE GIFT (1991)
43 minutes
High School/Adults/African Americans
In this video Brother Earl focuses on understanding and sustaining recovery. This program takes the viewer on a journey through the stages of recovery. Those who are newly recovered, as well as family and friends, will gain insight and understand what to expect and look forward to at this stage.

VD #10, BROTHER EARL: STREET TALK (1988)
55 minutes/Leader's Guide
High School/Adults/African Americans
Specifically designed for audiences interested in learning about chemical dependency from a street level perspective, this video describes what substance abuse is and how it affects an individual's behavior, performance and judgment. In a candid, down-to-earth and realistic manner, professional lecturer, Earl Cannomore, C.A.C., explains the stages and behavioral symptoms of the progressive disease, addiction. Each symptom is discussed and explained in an engaging, humorous, and non-threatening way using his fresh and spontaneous style.

VD #146, BROTHER EARL: WHAT PROBLEM? (1989)
60 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults/African Americans
How does denial affect recovery?...Prevent recovery?...Interfere with recovery?...How does denial affect the family?...With contributions from his responsive audience, Brother Earl addresses these and other important issues on the subject of denial in this candid, personal program.

VD #331, BUILDING SELF- CONFIDENCE (1993)
30 minutes
Adults
Ernie Larson explains to recovering clients aspects which will build self-esteem, and confidence for long term recovery. He explains the four steps to self-confidence and how to move beyond old habits and begin building self -esteem.

VD #11, CADILLAC DREAMS (1989)
30 minutes/Video(Explicit Language)/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults/General Audience/Urban Youth
A unique story about black teenagers, street life, and drug dealing within a universal story about choosing the right path toward the realization of a dream. Based on the real-life experiences of two young men who grew up in the ghetto.

VD #498, CANCELLED LIVES: LETTERS FROM THE INSIDE-SUBSTANCE ABUSE (1997)
17 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School
This is a compelling portrait of the criminal justice system seen through the eyes of those who know it best-people doing time. Based on actual letters sent from prison, Canceled Lives chronicles the experiences of boys and girls who are experiencing life in juvenile facilities through men and women serving hard time in prison, all for substance abuse related offenses. Canceled Lives provides an insider's view of life behind bars, and explores the factors leading to crime including abuse, drugs and gangs.

VD #12, THE CAT WHO DRANK (AND USED) TOO MUCH (1987)
12 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
All Ages/General Audience
A delightful tale of addiction, denial, and recovery presented in a positive, non-threatening way. NOT AN ANIMATION! Ideal for awareness, education, prevention, and treatment. The perfect teaching tool for explaining the addiction process.

VD #465, CHANGING CHANNELS (1997)
23 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School
This is an excellent video for high school and junior high school students on the dangers of alcohol use and abuse. The program follows five friends as they try to decide whether to go to a party where alcohol will be available. While trying to decide, a mishap with the television shows them the real truth behind what alcohol use can lead to. Issues of peer pressure, advertising, legal consequences, and effects on relationships are all included in this program

VD #595, CHECK YOURSELF
15 minutes
Middle School
Gives examples of scenarios with middle school student who become angry with conflict resolution tips. A Time Warner Production.

VD #512, CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY: A DISEASE OF DENIAL (1990)
20 minutes
Adults
This video is a must for any early recovery program. It explains the disease concept while stressing acceptance and self-responsibility. The video uses personal accounts, along with professional commentary to show how those suffering from chemical dependency can break through their denial and overcome the genetic, biological, and environmental factors of addiction.

VD #16, CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY - INTRODUCTION (1990)
18 minutes
Middle and High School/Adults
This video defines alcoholism and other drug addiction, identifies psychological and physiological symptoms, and identifies four influential areas in alcoholism and other drug dependency.

VD #17, CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY - PHYSIOLOGY (1990)
19 minutes
Middle and High School/Adults
This video defines and explains the two components of chemical dependency: physical and psychological dependence.

VD #15, CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY-WHAT IS IT? (1996)
8 minutes
Adults/ EAP
This short video provides an excellent introduction to employees and employers on what chemical dependency is and how it can affect all workers on the job. The video provides simple, easy to follow scenarios along with commentary about the risks of chemical dependency in the workplace.

VD #315, CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS: HOW SCHOOLS CAN HELP (1992)
56 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Adults/Teachers/Education Professionals
This program examines the needs of COAs and COSAs in grades 4-8, and presents strategies for helping them in the crucial pre-High School years. It features Ellen Morehouse, noted expert on school-based programs for COAs, and Veronica Skerker, substance abuse prevention training specialist from the Connecticut Dept. of Education. The video is divided into three segments: What Educators Need To Know About COAs, COAs Roles and Rules, What Educators Can Do To Help COAs. The leader's guide for this program includes guides for teaching the education professional about COAs and conducting in-service training's on COAs in the school setting.

VD #520, CHILDREN OF DENIAL (1982)
28 minutes
Adults/ Deaf & Hard of Hearing
This video discusses the problems of COAs (Children of Alcoholics or Addicts) as children, adolescents and adults. Hosted by Claudia Black, the program covers survival techniques of COAs and their related mental issues such as depression, inability to maintain relationships, and even becoming alcoholics themselves. This video shares some of the experiences of Children of Alcoholics, explains the process of what happens and what can be done to prevent and handle these problems. This is the classic video for addressing the pain of an alcoholic or addicted childhood and beginning the recovery process.

VD #197, THE CHOICE IS YOURS (1992)
24 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
High School/College Students
The effect of peer pressure, alcohol, and drugs on the decision-making ability of teens and young adults is vividly portrayed in this video. It realistically depicts the dilemmas faced by young people in a social setting. The story takes place in a college area bar where students are dancing, drinking, flirting, and unwinding from the pressures of school. Despite the college-bar setting, the video is highly relevant to teens because the decision-making process that is dramatized is the same process high school students currently experience.

VD #258, CHOICES (1993)
15 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School Students
Students will hear from Manny, who at 15 became involved in the drug life. Eventually it led to the murder of another student. Currently Manny is serving a 20-year sentence in prison. Students will also hear from others who faced problems similar to those of Manny but whose choices were different. They are now successful, with good jobs and respected by their communities and by themselves. After viewing this program, students will be able to take an introspective look at the many decisions they make daily which affect their futures. The accompanying leader's guide provides a comprehensive curriculum guide to facilitate presentation of the video.

VD #18, CHOICES AND CONSEQUENCES (1987)
35 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School/Families
The story of three teenagers and their families, school, and community. The three are faced with choices regarding drinking - choices leading to natural consequences which affect their lives and the lives of those around them. An interesting video that deals with peer pressure and offers new, insightful ways that schools, parents, and communities can help.

VD #613 CLUB DRUGS: THE REAL DEAL (2002)
27 minutes
High School
Discusses the drugs of ecstasy, GHB, methamphetamine, rohypnol, oxycontin and teen use of them in raves and school settings in middle and high school. City settings are used throughout this video. This video goes over the effects on the body and brain when using each of these drugs and provides up-to-date information.

VD #19, COCAINE ABUSE - END OF THE LINE (1984)
25 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
Middle School/General Audience/Deaf & Hearing Impaired Community /Closed Captioned
Actor Richard Dreyfuss makes it perfectly clear in this riveting film that cocaine is a truly deadly drug. Through narrative and dramatic interviews with actual cocaine users, this film reveals initial as well as long-term effects of the drug on the body and then illustrates the difficulty of recovery.

VD#636 COCAINE & CRACK: A CRAVING FOR MORE (2002)
35 minutes
Adolescents/Adults
Examines the powerful stimulant cocaine and its smokable form, crack. This video looks at cocaine's effect on the body's energy supplies and the reward reinforcement center, the neurochemical effects of chronic and high-dose use, etc. Gives a comprehensive view of the physical, mental, emotional and societal ramifications of cocaine use.

VD #20, COCAINE/CRACK: A TEENAGER'S STORY (1989)
28 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School/General Audience
Teenagers who experiment with cocaine in any form are at risk for serious trouble. Whether they snort or inject this dangerous drug or smoke it as crack, it can hook them quickly and may even kill them. This hard-hitting program shows why.

VD #21, COCAINE KIDS TRAINING TAPE: NEW STRATEGIES, NEW SOLUTIONS (1990)
23 minutes
Teachers/In-service Training
Children prenatally exposed to cocaine enter school with a variety of disabilities that present unique challenges to their educators. Many of these problems are behavioral and can be disruptive and frustrating. While there are no firm answers, new strategies are being developed to help these children lead normal and productive lives. The importance of networking with other professionals is emphasized as is the value of working with the family as a unit. Six teaching strategies are addressed, including learning, play therapy, social and emotional skills, communication skills, motor skills, and home and school integration.

VD #32, COCAINE RALPH (1992)
25 minutes
High School/Adults
Laugh and learn as stand-up comedian Cocaine Ralph delivers an insightful view of the humor and horror of cocaine addiction. He realistically portrays severe withdrawal symptoms, effects on the user and loved ones, and the process of recovery.

CO-DEPENDENCY SERIES - 3 Videos
Leader's Guides Available
High School/College/Adults

1) VD #22, 23, Characteristics of Co-dependents (1990)
26 minutes
Using vignettes of three individuals - a nurse whose life is centered on an overweight daughter, a recovering alcoholic who is experiencing little satisfaction from life, and a woman who is enmeshed in an unhealthy relationship - it discusses common characteristics of co-dependents, including being externally focused, overly responsible, controlling, rigid, and engaging in compulsive behavior.

2) VD #24, 25, The What And Why Of Co-dependency (1990)
23 minutes
Using a combination of mimes and family vignettes, this video gives an overview of the history of co-dependency. It describes current thinking regarding the disorder and discusses its origins, including family traits such as faulty communication, inadequate boundaries, and abuse.

3) VD # 26, 27 Pieces of Silence (1989)
56 minutes
It tells the story of a family that has suffered the effects of an alcoholic parent. It is the family of nationally known author and psychologist Robert Subby who not only narrates, discussing addiction and co-dependency, but gives his own perspective on being part of such a family. Interviews with the family members poignantly illustrate the pain, guilt and frustration of life in a dysfunctional family.

VD #510, COMMON SENSE PARENTING FOR THE '90s (1990)
50 minutes
Adults
This video offers practical, down-to-earth advice for parents with preadolescents and teens. Showing how parents are still the fundamental influence in a child's life, the video uses vignettes to show how parents can boost children's self-esteem, and reduce peer pressure. This video also reminds parents of some "common sense" techniques used with younger children and can be adapted for older kids.

COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION SERIES - 3 Videos (1987)
Community Prevention and Action Programs

1) VD #177, Mobilizing Your Community 32 minutes
As you begin to gather support for action in your community, this video will show you how to: build and maintain interest; develop and define the role of the task force; work together; identify and reach your goals; and obtain funding.

2) VD #178, Basic Guidelines for Effective Programs 25 minutes
After you have developed an organized and committed task force, you will want to focus your efforts on building successful programs in your community. This video will show you how: past mistakes can be avoided; adults have a part in helping young people; alcohol impacts teenagers; prevention and student assistance fit together; each system needs to accept its responsibility to help young people.

COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION SERIES - (CONTINUED)

3)VD# 179, Helpful Programs for Each Part of the Community 40 minutes
Every segment of the community - parents, youth, schools, religious institutions, volunteer groups, businesses, helping professionals, and social service agencies - needs to be involved. In this presentation, Jim Crowley clarifies how each system or group can contribute to bringing more effective programs to young people.

VD #550, CONFLICT AT SCHOOL: DEALING WITH ADULTS (1999)
24 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle School
Middle school aged children learn how to communicate effectively in conflicts with adults. Three vignettes illustrate several types of conflict situations and offer instruction on how to resolve them using appropriate communications skills.

VD #292, CONNECTING SCHOOLS, COMMUNITIES, AND PARENTS IN THE PREVENTION OF ADOLESCENT DRUG ABUSE (1995)
114 minutes
Adults/Teachers/Prevention Professionals
This video, hosted by Kathleen Kelly, describes the Prevention Planning Model as developed by the National Institute on Drug Abuse. This model describes how family, peers, and school can combine to combat drug abuse and prevent new drug use from developing in the community.

VD #497, COOL TO BE ME: SELF ESTEEM (1997)
24 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle/High School
Using three vignettes, this video provides the answers to urban and ethnic youth on how to build and maintain self-esteem. Using stories of ethnic differences, family put-downs, and academic problems, the vignettes show how ethnic youth can overcome these barriers to self-esteem and show off their true worth and ability. This is a must for any positive program.

VD #392, COPING WITH DEPRESSION (1993)
48 minutes
Adults/Prevention Professionals
For anyone struggling with depression: family members, friends, and health care professionals, this video offers a message of hope from depression expert Mary Ellen Copeland. It inspires confidence that you can achieve real breakthroughs in coping. Learn how you can incorporate coping skills, exercise, nutrition, and other life strategies to keep depressive episodes at bay. An excellent educational resource, the video validates the feelings of people with depression, and encourages a program of simple, self-help techniques.

VD #271, COUNTERING THE CONSPIRACY TO DESTROY BLACK BOYS
60 minutes
Adults
This video candidly explores the devastating effects of Western civilization on African American people, specifically males. Kunjufu explicitly points out the conspirators and what can be done to counter the conspiracy.

VD #28, CRACK! (1986)
15 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School Students
This video alerts viewers to the dangers of crack, the "freebase" form of cocaine that is devastating the teenage population. It attributes crack's alarming popularity to its trendiest, low cost, easy availability, and ease of use. It arms viewers with the facts and shows them that using crack multiplies the dangers of cocaine five to ten times.

VD #29, CRACK: THE BIG LIE (1987)
23 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School
A student who sees no problem with cocaine or crack use finds himself being assigned to interview recovering crack addicts as part of a school assignment. Here, he begins to see the reality of addiction through the eyes of recovering addicts and finds his own perceptions and beliefs not only challenged, but also changing.

VD #459, CRISS CROSS (1988)
22 minutes
High School/Adults
Talk to a teenager about the use of drugs and alcohol; talk to your parents about using drugs and alcohol. Criss Cross provides role plays which are played from both sides to show both views so that teens and parents will understand the pressures behind talking to each other about substances. This video is hosted by Claudia Black.

VD #496, CROSSING THE LINE (1995)
29 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
This powerful yet sensitive documentary examines the long-term effects of fatal accidents caused by drunk and reckless drivers. A string of compelling true stories sends a strong message to overcome denial and the sense of "it can never happen to me". In-depth interviews with family members, crash survivors and incarcerated DUI drivers all combine to provide a moving look at the consequences of bad decision making.

VD #30, CRUEL SPIRITS: ALCOHOL AND VIOLENCE (1989)
32 minutes
Adults
Designed to help treat adult alcoholics, especially those who have injured themselves or others due to uncontrolled bouts of alcohol-induced aggression, this penetrating program explores the connection between violence and alcoholism. It also shows how advertising glamorizes alcohol, making people equate it with fun, happiness, vitality, and sexuality.

VD #567, DARKNESS TO DAWN (1986)
16 minutes
Adult/Women
This is an overview of women's addiction and how it often relates to domestic violence, sexual abuse, and other background issues for women.

VD #215, DATE RAPE (1989)
48 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/College/Adults
This program is about date rape. It is not an easy subject to discuss. Many men and women involved in instances of forced sex do not realize that the encounter meets the legal definition of rape. Some researchers have attributed the frequency of date rape to a commonly accepted double standard that implies, "Nice women don't say 'yes', and real men don't listen to 'no'." This confusion, as well as shame and fear, results in significant under reporting of acquaintance rape. The program attempts to look at the phenomenon of date rape in a social context. It views some rapes as resulting from a chain of exploitative events, poor communication, and social pressures.

VD #600, DATING VIOLENCE AND ABUSE (2000)
27 minutes/Workbook Available
Middle School/High School
This video focuses on dating violence and date rape: an abusers jealousy and need to control his victim, manipulation and verbal abuse.

FL 27, 28 DAYS (2000)
104 minutes
Adults
A journalist-Sandra Bullock gets a DUI and faces a twenty eight day stretch in rehabilitation. She learns to follow rules and share her experiences centered around substance abuse with a group of strangers.

DEALING WITH ANGER (FOR MALES) (1991)
African-American teen males
Developed in response to the need for culturally relevant materials to train African American youth in skills which will reduce their disproportionately high risk of becoming victims or perpetrators of violence.

1)VD #580, Givin' It (18 minutes)
2) VD #581, Takin' it (20 minutes)
3)VD #582, Workin' it out (14 minutes)

VD #524, DECK THE HALLS (1987)
18 minutes
Adults
This video is a classic domestic violence education film. Using the scene of a Christmas party, the story shows how alcohol can turn good people bad and turn minor disagreements into acts of violence. This film is excellent for any domestic violence, anger, or alcohol education group.

VD #31, DENIAL? NOT ME! (1984)
30 minutes
High School/Families/General Audience
A creative, dynamic presentation with an entertaining story line depicting the denial of the disease of alcoholism by family members.

VD #468, DEPRESSION: REACHING OUT (1994)
14 minutes/Leaders Guide Available
Adults
Using interviews and excellent vignettes, this video describes the symptoms and effects of depression. The video provides information to the depression sufferer, as well as concerned loved ones about various aspects of the disease, its treatment, and returning to a normal life.

VD #270, DEVELOPING POSITIVE SELF-IMAGES AND DISCIPLINE IN BLACK CHILDREN
60 minutes
Adults/African Americans
This video tells how to develop positive self-images and discipline in Black children. Kunjufu discusses in detail effective strategies for parents, educators and community leaders.

DIAGNOSIS ACCORDING TO THE DSM-IV SERIES (1994)
60-70 minutes each/ Leader's Guide Available
Adults/ Counselors/Social Work-Professional Staff
Hosted by John Csernansky and the staff from the Department of Psychiatry, Washington University School of Medicine. Provides discussion and examples of how to diagnose a variety of mental disorders using the DSM-IV. This series is divided into three videos, each covering multiple disorders. The videos takes viewers through the initial interview process and provides excellent case studies of the different disorders. It then provides discussion of issues related to the diagnosis of each disorder. The disorders are split by video as follows:

1) VD #446, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Male Sexual Dysfunction
2) VD # 447, Panic Disorder, Obsessive, Compulsive Disorder, Schizophrenia, Amnestic Disorder
3) VD #448, Antisocial Personality Disorder, Substance Abuse (Alcohol), Anorexia Nervosa

VD #33, DIFFERENT LIKE ME (1989)
32 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School/General Audience
This is the story of an adolescent whose mother has a drinking problem. Because of his father's denial, the son often finds himself designated as responsible for his mother when she gets "sick" and for his smaller sister. When his friends notice something is wrong and try to introduce him to a peer support group, he insists that his case is "different".

DINOSAUR JUNCTION SERIES (1993)
10 minutes each/Leader's Guides Available
Elementary School(Grades K - 3)

1) VD #191, Doin' It Your Way
T.C. may be a cool rapper in his own right, but what happens when he is tempted by the prestige of belonging to a gang? Vinnie and the Claws continually harass T.C. and pressure him to use drugs. He responds by writing a new rap about looking at choices and doing what is best. In this video, T.C. learns a valuable lesson about making smart choices.

DINOSAUR JUNCTION SERIES (CONTINUED)

2) VD #192, What's In A Name?
A family is moving in across the street from the Sauruses. Bronto and his sister, Camara, watch as they move in. They see a girl and Camara is excited to have a new girlfriend. But it's not that easy for Liz, the new neighbor, to fit in. She can't afford the trendy clothes that the other kids have, and she can't afford trips to the amusement park. Some of the other kids even call her names. With help from a real friend, Liz learns that what counts is what you are inside.

3) VD #193, The Fight
Dinosaur Junction is just like any other town; kids here feel like they have to prove themselves to their peers. In this story, Stoney and Bronto collide while they're riding their wheelie boards. What starts out as an accident soon escalates into name-calling and one-upmanship. When the hulking Stoney challenges the puny Bronto to a fight, Bronto knows it will be an uneven playing field. After talking with a trusted adult, Bronto gets the idea to turn a physical fight into a test of skill - where they both come out winners.

VD #243, DINOSAURS (1991)
47 minutes/ Closed Captioned
Middle School/General Audience
This video contains two episodes from the television series "Dinosaurs." Episode one is "Power Erupts": When Robbie's energy-saving Grape Jelly Volcano wins the high school science fair, the greedy Wesayso Corporation smells dino-sized profits. Episode two is "A New Leaf": Robbie finds a suspiciously happy plant that makes everyone giddy with giggles. But it soon becomes apparent the plant is really no laughing matter, and an important message begins to bloom for dinosaurs and viewers alike. A good, humorous teaching tool for explaining the addiction process.

VD #240, DISEASE: PRISONERS OF ADDICTION (1992)
23 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
In this program, the disease of addiction is explored through the lives of people who have been caught in its grip, and are learning to break free. Five people from different backgrounds who have suffered from various forms of addiction candidly share their successes, their struggles and, for some, their continued denial and doubts.

VD #160, THE DOG WHO DARED TO KEEP KIDS OFF DRUGS AND ALCOHOL (1992)
25 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Elementary School Students
Much more than a 'just say no' message, this dramatic prevention video is fun and upbeat and helps kids to realize the dangers of drugs and alcohol, while giving them some positive alternatives. It also addresses issues like self-esteem, peer-pressure, and abstaining from alcohol and other drug use.

DONNIE DINOSAUR'S LIFESKILLS SERIES - 4 Videos (1993)
Elementary School Students, Pre-Kindergarten - 2nd Grade/ Leader's Guides Available

1) VD #231, Alcohol is Bad News 12 minutes
Larry has brought beer to Milo's surprise party, unaware that beer contains the drug alcohol. Donnie, with the help of some lively party guests like Wayne the Brain, Olivia the Liver, Sidney the Kidney, and Pete the Street Sign, teaches how alcohol affects the mind and body.

DONNIE DINOSAUR'S LIFESKILLS SERIES - 4 Videos (CONTINUED)

2) VD #232, I'm Proud To Be Me! 12 minutes
After failing to make the baseball team, Milo's self-image has taken a beating. Donnie, with help from Katie Caterpillar, teaches Milo that small things about him are what make him special. They discuss inner worth, originality, and the benefits of positive thinking. Katie proves that everyone has something special inside with a surprising transformation.

3) VD #233, Let's Work It Out 13 minutes
When best friends Tasha and Sandy have an argument, they look to Donnie for advice. By using visual analogies, Donnie explains abstract ideas such as individuality and cooperation. The Feeples are also introduced to illustrate strong feelings such as anger, fear, and happiness. The girls learn that the media aren't always honest about the consequences of violence, and Donnie shows them positive ways to release strong feelings and resolve conflicts.

4) VD #234, Tobacco Trouble 12 minutes
While on a walk through the forest, Sandy leads Milo into a cave and pressures him to smoke a cigarette. Donnie discovers them about to smoke and teaches the truth about cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, advertising, secondhand smoke, and staying healthy.

VD #552, DON'T PICK ON ME! (1993)
21 minutes
Elementary/Middle School
In the first segment of this video, Eric learns how to deal with the school bully by teaming up with other victims of the bully's harassment. In the second segment, Paula is a victim of ostracism by her group of friends. She decides to join a new group of friends to avoid suffering the silent treatment her 'friends' are giving her.

VD #241, THE DOOR TO RECOVERY (1989)
24 minutes/ Closed Captioned
Adults
This presentation from the National Institute on Drug Abuse presents a positive look at community based treatment programs. The program presents the views of caregivers, the community, and those participating in the treatment programs. The message is that community-based treatment programs do work and are not detrimental to the neighborhoods in which they are located.

DOUBLE TROUBLE (1990)
Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults/Families/Professionals
"Double Trouble" addresses the topic of dual disorders (chemical dependency and psychiatric illness combined). The program is divided into two parts to make it easy to use for patient and/or family education.

1)VD #34A, Mood Anxiety Disorders - 31 minutes
2)VD #34B, Personality Disorders - 28 minutes

VD #277, DOWNFALL: SPORTS AND DRUGS (1988)
30 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
High School
This documentary profiles athletes whose careers were destroyed by drugs, especially steroids. Scenes of the athletes performing are mixed with present day, sobering interviews. Athletes who compete drug-free are also featured.

VD #335, DREAMS OF DENIAL (1993)
23 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults/Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community
This video tells the story of "Mike" a chemically dependent young man who in a dream meets his guardian angel called Ralph. Through the use of flashbacks of Mike's life, Ralph shows the ways that Mike has denied using alcohol and other drugs. Ralph also points out that family, friends and treatment staff have given him support that he rejected. As the video ends we see Mike waking up from his dream. He does not heed Ralph's warning and begins his day with another drink.

VD #253, DRINK SELLS THE DREAM (1991)
16 minutes
High School/Adults/General Audience
This documentary examines how alcohol is promoted in our society through sports, cultural events, billboards, and other media. The video critically examines advertising directed at high-risk populations including college students, African Americans, Hispanics, women, heavy drinkers and youth. It also explores what communities have done and can do in the future to foster safer and healthier attitudes toward alcohol use.

VD #256, DRINKING AND DRIVING: THE TOLL, THE TEARS (1986)
60 minutes
High School/Adults/General Audience
This video explores the tragedy of accidents caused by an alcohol-impaired driver by examining several real-life accidents. Interviews with the families affected by an alcohol related crash, as well as with the drivers responsible for the accidents make this a moving and memorable video.

VD #308, DRINKING & PARENTING...IT'S NOT A GOOD MIX (1994)
7 minutes
High School/Adults/General Audience
This video is a public service announcement on the dangers of drinking and parenting. The first segment discusses the effects that alcohol has on judgment and the decisions parents must make. The second segment is a public service announcement that aired in Michigan to persuade parents not to drink around their young children. This video is an excellent discussion opener, showing how even a few drinks can impair judgment and affect family relations.

VD #163, DRINKING STORIES (1992)
14 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
Partying and getting drunk is one way young people push the limits of their independence. But when the party's over, the tragic consequences remain. Listen to the true stories of college students who were perpetrators or victims of accidents and crimes because drinking destroyed judgment. The stories are interspersed with other students boasting about their drinking prowess and thinking it's all just innocent fun.

VD #35, DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE: IT COULD NEVER HAPPEN TO ME (1984)
25 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School
This video powerfully depicts the tragic consequences, physical, psychological, moral, and legal, of drunk driving by telling the story of a group of teenagers and the tragedy that occurs because of drunk driving when someone forgets their sense of responsibility for just one moment.

VD #283 DRUG ABUSE AND THE BRAIN (1993)
25 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
This video provides a detailed look at the biological basis of drug addiction. Through animation and interviews with experts, viewers will come to understand how the brain's reward system operates and how drug abuse can cause fundamental changes in how the brain works.

VD #566, DRUG ABUSE: SYMPTOMS OF DEPENDENCY (1989)
23 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Adult/General Audience
In this program, a series of dramatizations shows the symptoms of drug dependency. The common thread of loss of control, and taking over lives is seen throughout. The program lists several avenues for treatment, stressing immediate action.

VD #596, DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT IN PRISON: A NEW WAY OUT (1994)
23 minutes
Adults
Addresses the issues of substance abuse and crime. Discusses skills going from prison to society. Takes a close look at 12-month programs for women and men.

VD #274, THE DRUG AVENGERS (1988)
73 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Elementary School
Three children from the future travel back to the 20th century to take on the life-threatening problem of drug abuse in 10 animated programs each emphasizing a different message.

VD #36, DRUG BABIES (1991)
30 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adult/General Audience/Health Care Professionals
This video discusses the problems of and solutions to the epidemic of children prenatally exposed to drugs as seen by treatment professionals, doctors, lawmakers, social service agencies, foster caregivers, educators and mothers recovering from drug addiction. It begins with the scope of the problem, and continues the story of the physical and mental effects to the baby (both before and after birth). This video also takes a comprehensive look at the impact of this epidemic.

VD #37, DRUG DEPENDENCY: THE EARLY WARNING SIGNS (1984)
22 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/General Audience/EAP
Hosted by Richard Crenna, this video dramatizes 10 signs of a person becoming dependent on alcohol or other drugs. Vignettes set in the workplace and at home show the characters as they abuse different drugs; their combined weaknesses form a composite psychological profile of a drug dependent person.
VD #38, DRUGS, YOUR FRIENDS, AND YOU: HANDLING PEER PRESSURE (1988)
26 minutes/Closed-Captioned Format/Leader's Guide Available
Middle School/Families
This video makes students aware that they do have choices, that despite pressure from others, they can continue to respect their own best interests and resist. It helps them make the decision against substance abuse, then teaches specific techniques for dealing assertively with pro-drug/alcohol pressures.

VD #414, DRUGS & YOUTH: THE CHALLENGE (1990)
23 minutes
Adults/Parents/Educators
Sponsored by the California Attorney General's Office, this is a comprehensive overview to adolescent drug problems and how parents can help. The video provides a variety of information related to drug and alcohol use including gateway drugs, myths and facts, and why kids are using drugs. It also provides excellent information on drug use signs and stages, along with profiles of the most commonly used drugs by teens. Excellent testimonials by teens round out this program.

VD #615 DRUNK DRIVING, EDITED VERSION (2001)
19 minutes
Adults
During candid interviews, law enforcement officers and relatives of crash victims share their personal experiences with drunk driving. From telling a mother that her child is dead to visiting the site of a tragic crash, their stories are sobering and memorable. Blood alcohol lever, (B.A.C) is explained, and viewers are given a firsthand look at the Field Sobriety Test and the Breathalyzer test. The consequences of DUI are also discussed, including legal problems and the greater pain of injury and death.

VD #296, THE DRYDEN FILE II (1989)
24 minutes
Adults/EAP
This video tells the story of Tom Dryden, a mid-level professional who is experiencing a variety of work problems. His supervisor and co-workers make every attempt to help Tom get back on track, but are at a loss. It is only with the looming loss of his job does Tom realize his problem and get help through the company's Employee Assistance Program. Designed for the white-collar employee, this video is an excellent tool for identifying the symptoms of worker alcohol or drug abuse, workplace enabling, and the steps supervisors need to take to get an employee help.

VD #555, DUI: THE PRICE IS TOO HIGH (1998)
23 minutes/Spanish
Adults
Dramatic scenes make it clear that there are life-altering legal consequences of DUI. This video centers around the stories of three young first-time offenders. After their arrests, each of the drivers faces the painful consequences of their actions.

VD #39, DWI/DEADLIEST WEAPON IN AMERICA (1985)
30 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
A presentation examining both the statistical and human sides of the most unpredictable killer in recent history - the drunk driver. Though uncomfortable to watch at times, this video will stimulate thought and discussion and leave a lasting impression.

VD #502, "THE DYNAMICS OF ALCOHOLISM"
FEELINGS CHART WITH VERNON JOHNSON (1978)
60 minutes
Adults
This is a classic video from the founder of the Johnson Institute, Vernon Johnson. It details the disease concept as it relates to feelings of pain and euphoria. It also provides a layman's history of alcoholism along with the basics of emotional relations.

VD #599, ECSTASY: THE FACTS (2001)
21 minutes/Teachers Guide Available
Middle and High School/Adult
This fast paced MTV style video focuses on raves, effects of the drug, ecstasy. Discusses ecstasy and the addiction process and as a hallucinogen. Also focuses on identification of the pills being sold.
Teacher's guide includes: 12 worksheets and 8 fact sheets for use with the video. Topics include: What is ecstasy? Warning signs, pill design, effects on the body. 36 pages

VD #632 ECSTASY: WHEN THE PARTY'S OVER (2000)
26 minutes
Adults
The drug ecstasy is discussed. Includes the history of ecstasy, what the drug is, how it is used, physiological and physical effects. Also includes steps one can take when an individual using ecstasy needs help.

VD #201, ELEPHANT IN THE LIVING ROOM (1990)
25 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
All Ages
This is an allegorical dramatization of the denial and secrecy that pervades life in an alcoholic home or any other type of dysfunctional family. The video points out the need for awareness and the amount of courage necessary to expose the "elephant" of addiction and dysfunction in our "living rooms" and expel the "no-talk" rules from our lives. This story provides insight into dysfunctional and alcoholic homes while exploring the childhood trauma brought on by addiction, rage and other inappropriate parental behavior.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM VIDEO SERIES (1988-1989)
Adults
This set of videos looks at the drug issue from an employee/employer perspective. Most titles in the set have separate versions for the employee and the employer.

1) VD #153 & #154, Drugs at Work - 24 minutes
2) VD #155 & #156, Drug Testing: Handle With Care - 23 minutes
3) VD #157 & #158, Getting Help - 25 minutes
4) VD #159, Finding Solutions - 19 minutes

VD #40, THE ENABLERS (1979)
23 minutes
High School/Adults/Families
A story based on the family members of an alcoholic working woman. This video shows how family and friends unknowingly enable her to progress into acute alcoholism. (See also: The Intervention).

VD #606, ERNESTO: A LONG ROAD (2001)
25 minutes/Leaders Guide Available
Adults
Ernesto is the story of a young Hispanic man, caught in addiction, who had great difficulty escaping the lure of the streets. Included in his recovery are dating, support system, racism and anger.

VD #551, EVOLUTION OF MADNESS (1999)
60 minutes
Adults
Michael Johnson offers training on chemical dependency issues covering early recovery and identifying the causes of relapse.

VD #214, FACES OF ADDICTION (1997)
34 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
Hosted by Linda Ellerbee, this video uncovers the faces of addiction amidst facts and figures of disease, violence and death caused by substance abuse. One thing these faces all have in common is their need for heroin, cocaine, alcohol or nicotine. The video also contains two other stories. The first, called "flashback" is a true story of addiction through the eyes and words of a young addict who fights back from addiction to recover and become valedictorian of the class. The other story, entitled "27th & Prospect", is a look at one community's effort to recognize and fight drugs and violence in their neighborhood. Their fight is marked by a vigil every New Year's Eve to remember those who have been lost to these problems.

VD #194, FAMILY FIRST: AN INTRODUCTION TO CO-DEPENDENCY (1989)
18 minutes
Adults
Terri Rodriguez Ohlms, M.S.W., provides a basic look at the issue of co-dependency. A skit is used to illustrate the effect of co-dependency on the family unit.

VD #470, FAMILY ISSUES FOR THE CHEMICALLY DEPENDENT (1992)
30 minutes
Adults
This video vividly depicts family issues that clients commonly face after treatment. Clients will see how others begin to gain trust from family members and relearn family roles. It also addresses core issues such as developing new coping techniques, setting boundaries, and initiating honest and open communications.

VD #521, FAMILY TALK ABOUT DRINKING (1993)
32 minutes/Leaders Guide Available
Adults/Families/Parents
This video from Anheuser-Busch provides a guide for parents on how to discuss drinking with their children. Using basic vignettes, it shows how parents can set good examples, lay down basic rules about drinking, and foster better attitudes towards alcohol in their children.

VD #206, FAMILY TRAP (1984)
25 minutes
Adults
Sharon Wegscheider provides an informative look at the impact of addiction on the family, and discusses the various roles family members take on in a co-dependent situation.

VD #445, FAMILY VIOLENCE: PRIVATE BUSINESS, PUBLIC PRICE (1996)
29 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
Adults
Interviews with victims, therapists, and police officials effectively illustrate the many aspects of domestic abuse. Victims discuss how and when their abuse started and describe different violent episodes. Medical professionals discuss the ways that batterers control their partners and the wide range of abusive behaviors. Police also provide information about how they respond to 911 calls and how they attempt to help domestic violence victims; including the Protection from Abuse Act which provides an alternative to arrest and prosecution.

VD #41, FAMILY VIOLENCE IN AMERICA: CONSPIRACY OF SILENCE (1982)
28 minutes
High School/Adults
A video made in the beautiful heartland of America demonstrates both individual and community solutions to the problems of domestic violence. This video also links substance abuse to domestic violence and explains the "cycles of violence," a predictable pattern of repetitious and destructive behavior.

VD #317, FAST FORWARD FUTURE (1988)
61 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
Middle School
In this video tape, actor Richard Kiley , as mentor, takes three middle school students on a trip to the future with the Fast Forward Future Machine. This ingenious contraption allows them to see what will happen if they use drugs or what will happen if they choose to remain drug free.

VD #6, FATHER MARTIN: ALCOHOLISM AND THE FAMILY (1977)
42 minutes
High School/Adults
This video stresses treatment of significant others affected by the family disease. Father Martin points out the effect of alcoholism on the family before and after sobriety.

VD #14, FATHER MARTIN: CHALK TALK, Revised (1974)
45 minutes/ Closed Captioned
High School/Adults/The original 1972, uncut version is available on 16 mm film format.
Father Martin instructs the viewer about alcoholism and alcohol abuse. He shows the effects alcohol has on the human body, physically and psychologically; then he explains the signs and symptoms of alcoholism.

VD #32, FATHER MARTIN: DETACHMENT (1988)
29 minutes
High School/Adults
Father Martin presents his views on "Detach with Love". He discusses that this does not mean to abandon with hatred, desert with cynicism, or ignore with utter contempt. "Do not detach from the person - Detach from the behavior."

VD #324, FATHER MARTIN: ENABLING (1988)
23 minutes
High School/Adults
This video discusses the various aspects of enabling and how it often hurts, rather than helps, the alcoholic's situation in the long run. It describes the signs of enabling, how to stop the enabling of an alcoholic, and how to help a person with an alcohol problem face their situation. A wonderful video for anyone connected to, or concerned about, an alcohol abuser.

VD #42, FATHER MARTIN: FEELINGS (1978)
50 minutes
Adults
This presentation tells about the feelings and the emotions of an alcoholic by people affected by the disease of alcoholism.

VD #511, FATHER MARTIN: GOING HOME (1998)
28 minutes
Adults
In this classic presentation by Father Martin, he uses the occasion of graduation from treatment as the backdrop to discuss "going home". He focuses in on avoiding old routines and problems, keeping up with recovery groups, and relying on your higher power to avoid the "unguarded moment". This video is ideal for anyone just leaving or preparing to leave a treatment program or correctional setting.

VD #47, FATHER MARTIN: GUIDELINES (1976)
45 minutes
Adults
This video continues where Chalk Talk left off. Father Martin outlines and develops eight general principles proven useful in reaching and helping the alcoholic.

VD #81, FATHER MARTIN: OPPORTUNITY TO INFLUENCE (1988)
19 minutes
Teacher training
Father Martin presents an in-service program to teachers and educators that validates them as professionals and human beings. He expresses the need for them to work together for the common good, stresses that they are role models and that they set the standards for students to go by, and that they must examine their own attitudes about alcohol and other drugs.

VD #82, FATHER MARTIN: PARENTS - SILENCE CONDONES (1988)
20 minutes
Parents
Father Martin talks to parents of teenagers in an attempt to "turn on a light in the heads of parents who are in the dark." He not only addresses the issues that teenagers have to face in their day-to-day life, but also the parents who choose not to have to see, deal with, or help them. This video is enlightening, helpful, and a MUST for parents of adolescents of all ages.

VD #100, FATHER MARTIN: RECOVERY AND THE FAMILY (1988)
40 minutes
High School/Adults
Most divorces in alcoholic homes occur after the alcoholic recovers. Too many family members believe all will be well if one person recovers. Since each member of the family is affected, each needs care and therapy. Father Martin discusses why the entire family needs help - not just the alcoholic.

VD #342, FATHER MARTIN: RECOVERY AND FORGIVENESS (1996)
38 minutes
Adults
Father Martin takes up the topic of shame and guilt in this video. Guilt is something we all feel in our lives and forgiveness is something that we all need, especially in the recovering community. Father Martin describes this guilt and how to receive forgiveness through sorrow for what we have done in the past. Based on AA principles, this video is excellent for resolving guilt issues in recovery and obtaining forgiveness. It also is a good video for use in discussion of Steps 4 and 5 of the AA principles.

VD #104, FATHER MARTIN: RELAPSE (1985)
45 minutes
Adults
Father Martin explores, in his own inimitable style, the warning signs leading to relapse in recovery. He identifies specific symptoms of relapse including denial, depression and self-help.

VD #114, FATHER MARTIN: SPIRITUAL ASPECTS OF ALCOHOLISM (1988)
33 minutes
High School/Adults
Father Martin presents his views on "Spirituality in AA" He states that "the deepest damage of the disease is to the 'inner man'; it is far more devastating than damage to the body in most cases. The answer is spiritual. AA is a set of principles which brings serenity, which is nothing more than Peace of Conscience."

VD #211, FATHER MARTIN: "STEP ONE OF AA" (1981)
15 minutes
High School/Adults
Step One forms the base of the pyramid of the recovering person's life. Father Martin discusses the importance of Step One in the earliest stages of recovery, what the step means, and how this step is an ever deepening awareness of the addict's condition. Father Martin provides obvious examples to cut through denial and allow those beginning recovery to see their true condition.

VD #247, FATHER MARTIN: "STEP TWO OF AA" (1981)
16 minutes
High School/Adults
Step two provides reasons why recovering people should look for a higher power, whether religious or not, to help them in their recovery program. It also emphasizes the importance of meetings in recovery, so that those in recovery can see and hear those who have gotten well. Father Martin also provides insight into the strengths that can come from a higher power in recovery and how this can help restore sanity to a recovering person's life.

VD #213, FATHER MARTIN: "STEP THREE OF AA" (1981)
13 minutes
High School/Adults
In this video Father Martin discusses getting in touch with your higher power, a God of your own understanding, to obtain the power not to drink. The effect of a higher power in the lives of others that recovering people can see is discussed. Father Martin then describes how those in recovery must use the Twelve Steps to place themselves in their higher power's care.

VD #119, FATHER MARTIN: STUDENTS - YOUR CHOICE (1988)
20 minutes
Middle and High School
Father Martin, noting that peer pressure and addiction are the two main reasons why young people drink, addresses students on choices they may be faced with regarding drugs and alcohol. In this video, he recommends complete abstinence, provides reasons why, and offers ways to keep from drinking.

VD #325, FATHER MARTIN: SYMPTOMS OF ALCOHOLISM (1972)
22 minutes
High School/Adults
This video describes the symptoms of alcoholism to help the community identify them. It includes information on every sign and aspect of alcoholism, including blackouts, the alibi systems, coming to grips with the problem, and death from excessive drinking. A wonderful resource for schools, detox centers, outpatient treatment, and DWI Programs.

VD #247, FATHER MARTIN: THE TWELVE STEPS OF AA (1981)
45 minutes
High School/Adults
In this video, Father Martin covers the entire Twelve Steps of AA. The Twelve Steps are used by many self-help groups, and have helped many in dealing with alcoholism.

VD #326, FATHER MARTIN: VALUES (1986)
42 minutes
High School/Adults
There are lots of problems we must face besides the ordinary ones in every family. Geared towards young adults, this video shows how to ask yourself-what am I worth? It then teaches viewers to grasp their own self-worth, walk tall, and avoid the pitfalls of alcohol abuse, drug addiction, and other serious problems.

VD #142, FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME AND EFFECTS: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? (1991)
23 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults
This program looks at the physiological effects of FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome) and FAE (fetal alcohol effects), as well as the behavioral problems that can arise. A clinical psychologist discusses the permanent damage that alcohol can do, including learning disorders, speech and hearing problems, heart problems, and damage to the central nervous system. Viewers will learn the differences and similarities between FAS and FAE, and of the potential challenges and handicaps faced by these children.

VD #43, 15 AND GETTING STRAIGHT (1989)
48 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Middle and High School/Families
Set in the adolescent ward of a Chemical Dependency Unit, this video graphically depicts several weeks in the lives of six young adults. Their stories are different, but they share one thing - substance abuse. Watching how each one of them tries to put his or her life back together, "15" offers an inside look at the ravages of teenage substance abuse. Some will succeed, some will fail and try again, and one will pay the highest price of all.

VD #229, FINAL CHOICE - THE BRAD SHIPMAN STORY (1993)
15 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
Adults
This video is part of the State Farm Insurance designated driver campaign, and is available with or without a curriculum kit. The story examines the true story of Brad Shipman, who was convicted in the death of one friend, and the injury of another friend in a drunk driving accident. NOTE: BECAUSE THIS VIDEO ADVOCATES WISE USE OF ALCOHOL, IT IS NOT INTENDED FOR TEEN AUDIENCES. A COMPANION VIDEO: 'TEEN DRIVER' IS AVAILABLE FOR AUDIENCES UNDER THE LEGAL DRINKING AGE.

VD #137, THE FIRST YEARS LAST FOREVER (1997)
29 minutes
High School/ Adults/Parents
New parents have a wonderful opportunity to help their child reach full potential. This video can help them do it by starting their child off right. This video contains a variety of information for new parents including: bonding, communication, discipline, self-esteem, child-care, self-awareness, and nutritional issues. Produced by Johnson & Johnson, this video is a must for new parents and a great refresher for parents with multiple children.

VD #246, FOR BABY'S SAKE (1992)
24 minutes/Leader's Guide Available
High School/Adults/Women
This video teaches women important information they need to know to help their unborn child be born healthy. It advocates prenatal care, good diet, and abstinence from alcohol or any other drug during pregnancy and nursing. A powerful component of this video is mothers sharing their stories of what happened when they used alcohol or other drugs during pregnancy.

VD #530, THE FOURTH "R": RESPONSIBILITY (1998)
24 minutes/ Leader's Guide Available
High School
This video presents students with the opportunity to explore believable dilemmas where characters are confronted with responsible choices and their results. In four scenerios young and older teens are confronted with requirements of service, drinking and driving, repaying debts and betraying a friend's confidence in a dangerous situation. Each story ends with characters having to grapple with a serious choice. A great video for character and values education. This is a must for teaching basic social skills.

VD #28, FRONTLINE: BUSTED - THE WAR OVER MARIJUANA (2001)
60 minutes
Adults
This 60 minute special shows footage of police in Indiana tracking marijuana growers.

VD #458, GAMBLING: THE CHANCE OF A LIFETIME (1997)
28 minutes
Adults
The lure of gambling is the belief that a little money, well placed, will surely bring a return-although this belief rarely coincides with reality. This program examines gambling both as a social activity and as an addiction, how some people allow gambling to consume their lives, and why they do it is discussed by a treatment expert and a compulsive gambler. The effect of gambling on both individuals and their families is also examined.

VD #44, GANGS, GUNS, GRAFFITI (1989)
30 minutes
Middle and High School/Adults
This video graphically visualizes the consequences of gang membership and gang violence. Interviews with actual gang members, victims, and prosecutors present a realistic life-in-the-streets perspective that viewers can relate to. The program reveals the truth about gang loyalty, gangs and guns, drug money, and how the community can combat graffiti. Targeted toward at-risk youth and adults who are working to combat gang and drug activity in their communities.

VD #45, GET THE MESSAGE? (1983)
18 minutes
Elementary and Middle School/Families
Children a