The Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF)

 

SAMHSA - Strategic Prevention Framework - SPF

The Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF)


What is it?


What is it?

 


The Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) is a data-driven planning process which aims to ensure that substance misuse prevention programs can and do produce results. The five steps and two guiding principles of the SPF offer prevention planners a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing the substance misuse and related behavioral health problems facing their states and communities.

Video: What is the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF)? (Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services)
A brief overview of the SPF process.

Brief: Overview of the Strategic Prevention Framework (PDF) (Iowa's Department of Public Health)
A 2-page overview of the SPF process.

Guide: A Guide to SAMHSA's Strategic Prevention Framework (PDF) (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
A 45-page document that provides overview each step of the SPF framework. A Spanish translation is also available: Una guía para el marco estratégico de prevención de SAMHSA.

 


Learn about it


Learn about it.
 


Click on the links below to learn about the SPF steps and guiding principles.

Step 1: Assessment
Step 2: Capacity
Step 3: Planning
Step 4: Implementation
Step 5: Evaluation
Guiding Principle: Sustainability
Guiding Principle: Cultural Competence/Cultural Humility