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Who We Are

The Prevention Research Center was established in 2014 as a campuswide, trans-disciplinary center committed to studying the development, implementation, and evaluation of effective and sustainable intervention programs that promote individual and family health and wellness throughout the lifespan. The center programs also aim to reduce the risk for problems such as substance misuse, physical and mental health issues, and violence.

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Our Four Divisions

Healthy Schools Division
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Division
Healthy Aging Division
Community-University Partnership Division
Divisions

What is Prevention Science?

Prevention science focuses on the development of evidence-based strategies that reduce risk factors and enhance protective factors to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

Read the National Prevention Science Coalition’s full prevention science statement.

Our Impact The Positive Impact of Prevention Science

The work of the Prevention Research Center is rooted in the belief that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. With dedicated strategic partnerships, visionary leadership, and evidence-based methods, we are able to positively impact individuals, families, and communities throughout Colorado and beyond.

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