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Topic |
Alcohol Use & Teenagers |
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Program Summary |
A TOP TEN Teen Selection! It is just four more days until high school graduation. Tara and her friends are beginning to feel the nostalgia associated with saying their final goodbyes to teachers and friends, capturing their comments by creating a reality-based video yearbook. Their exuberance remains high with just two more days to go when something terrible has happened. A car accident has left two friends dead and another charged with negligent homicide for driving under the influence. It is totally surreal. As curious bystanders look on, their faces are intermingled with images of medical personnel and the police as the total impact of this tragedy gradually unfolds. A highly realistic portrayal of the dangers of adolescent behavior absolutely guaranteed to make teens think twice about drinking and driving. |
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Length |
18 minutes |
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Recommended Age |
Grades 9 to Adult |
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Publication Date |
2007 |
| Teen Reviewer Comments | Out of all the movies I've watched so far, this one had the most impact. It was a very, very realistic situation and I felt sad when the two teens died even though it was just in a movie. It was very interesting and I hope that none of my friends get into a situation like that. This movie is great because it really shows how teenagers look at drinking. |
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Risk Factors Addressed |
Friends who engage in the problem behavior; favorable attitudes toward the problem behavior. |
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Protective Factors Addressed |
Healthy beliefs and clear standards; cognitive and social skills for successful involvement. |
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Library Location |
Beacon, Esopus, Garrison, Greenville |