Malaysia may implement concepts from a United States-based family
intervention programme which focuses on strengthening parent-youth
relationships and preventing teen substance abuse. The
Strengthening Families Programme 10-14 (SFP 10-14) targets children aged
between 10 and 14, National Population and Family Development Board
(LPPKN) deputy director-general (policy) Dr Anjli Doshi Gandhi said.
SFP 10-14 is endorsed by the World Health Organisation as having the best track record for family intervention programmes.
“Children
aged 10 to 14 go through a very critical period in their lives and
parents must equip themselves with knowledge on how to handle the
situation,” Dr Anjli said.
Designed by Iowa State University
Extension for Families, SFP 10-14 has been scientifically evaluated and
proven to successfully lower the risk of adolescents getting hooked on
substance abuse.
Programme coordinator Dr Anthony Santiago said
participants also recorded increased academic success, less behavioural
problems and more confidence in resisting negative peer pressure.
The
programme is currently implemented by all 50 US states and countries
such as Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, Sweden and Greece.
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