Examining the implementation of the Icelandic model for primary prevention of substance use in a rural Canadian community: a study protocol ...

• Main Authors: Halsall, Tanya, Lachance, Lisa, Kristjansson, Alfgeir L
• Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
• Language: English
• Published: My University 2020
• Subjects: Canada; Iceland
• Online Access: https://dx.doi.org/10.20381/ruor-25073; https://ruor.uottawa.ca/handle/10393/40847

Abstract Background The Icelandic Prevention Model (IPM) is a collaborative upstream model that was designed to influence risk and protective factors related to substance use within the community, school, peer and family contexts. By engaging whole communities, the IPM has been found to be effective in reducing youth substance use behaviours across Iceland. As an extension to the IPM’s participatory approach, this research will examine how youth involvement can enhance outcomes. In addition, this research will evaluate whether the IPM approach is beneficial for mental health promotion and general youth wellbeing. Methods The present research protocol applies the bioecological model within a participatory mixed-method case study design to examine the implementation of the IPM in a rural community in Canada. This study was designed to identify whether the Icelandic substance use prevention model is effective in reducing substance use and promoting mental health and development for Canadian youth. It will also ...