Prevention Research Institute, Inc. (PRI) is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people reduce the incidence of alcohol and drug-related problems. They build partnerships for change, working with dedicated professionals to reduce high-risk alcohol and drug use throughout the world.
Last reviewed: 2025
Intended Outcomes:
To reduce problems related to alcohol and substance use.
Continuum of Care:
Indicated Prevention, Recovery/Maintenance, Selective Prevention, Treatment, Universal Prevention
Topic Areas:
Behavioral Health/Mental Health, Disruptive Behaviors, Substance Use
Ages:
Adult (25+), Teen/Adolescent (13-18), Young Adult (19-24)
Geographic Locations:
Rural, Urban
Delivery Settings:
Virtual
Cultural Considerations:
No research found involving diverse populations
Audience:
This program is for individuals who are 13 years old and older and are at an elevated risk for making unhealthy choices related to alcohol and other drug use.
Credentials:
Unknown.
Manuals:
Yes
Is Training Required?
Yes, see developer info
Who can provide the required training?
Please see the following site for more information on training: https://www.primeforlife.org/training-events
Program Costs (materials, training, etc.):
Information not available
Program/Practice Website:
https://www.primeforlife.org/programs/prime_for_life_prevention
Relevant Published, Peer-Reviewed Research:
Hallgren, M. A., Sjolund, T., Kallmen, H., & Andreasson, S. (2011). Modifying alcohol consumption among high school students: An efficacy trial of an alcohol risk reduction program (PRIME for life). Health Education (Bradford, West Yorkshire, England), 111(3), 216-229. https://doi.org/10.1108/
Sandberg, B. (2011). Alcohol prevention and evaluation in the era of evidence based practice – the need for a systematic approach to evaluation. Nordic Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 28(3), 235. https://doi.org/10.2478/
Hallgren, M. Å., Källmén, H., Leifman, H., Sjölund, T., & Andréasson, S. (2009). Evaluation of an alcohol risk reduction program (PRIME for life) in young swedish military conscripts. Health Education (Bradford, West Yorkshire, England), 109(2), 155-168. https://doi.org/10.1108/
WV Rating:
Unable to Be Rated
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Rationale for Rating:
There is not enough research to provide a conclusive review. The program’s main website states that it’s suitable for a variety of substance use disorders—alcohol, nicotine, cocaine, and etc., however most, if not all, of the research found only pertained to alcohol abuse/use. Some research showed PFL having little to no effect in reducing alcohol consumption. However, some research suggests that PFL has a promising, yet minimal effect when being used as a preventative method. To provide a more accurate rating, more sufficient data/research is needed.
Contraindications or Concerns:
None identified.
Other Registries/Ratings
The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare:
Not On Registry
Blueprints for Healthy Youth Development:
Not On Registry
Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness:
Unclear 0
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Model Programs Guide:
Washington State Institute for Public Policy:
Not On Registry