New in the catalogue

The Gathering DVD

By City of Melville, Western Australia

The Gathering looks at a group of friends who organise a party whilst their parents are away, and highlights the potentially devastating consequences of excessive alcohol consumption.

The DVD explores the impact of common social and cultural norms around alcohol use, including the impact of popular culture on health behaviours and sexual health, and the communication skills required to manage group dynamics such as negotiation, decision making, assertiveness and supporting others.

The DVD demonstrates ways to prevent and minimise alcohol-related harm, and assists in making the decision not to drink easier. It can also be used to facilitate discussion with the community to discourage secondary supply of alcohol to minors. Teachers' resource material, including interactive student activities and assessments accompany the DVD.

The language and themes in this DVD are explicit; they may offend some students. Teachers are advised to preview The gathering to evaluate its appropriateness for their students, and may also need to warn students in advance of the strong language and adult themes featured.

DVD. AUS. 2011. 27 mins

(Cat No. 818) $59.95

Young people & alcohol

Edited by John Saunders and Joseph Rey

This book is a practical and comprehensive reference for professionals and researchers in the field of alcohol misuse who work with people aged 12 to 25 years. The book provides readers with authoritative and up-to-date information about the effects of alcohol on young people and, in particular its management, with an emphasis on effective interventions supported by evidence.

BOOK. AUS. 2011 384pp

(Cat No. 817) $79.95

Alcohol, other drugs and pregnancy

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