This detailed position-paper reflects upon traditional and contemporary drug education with particular attention to programs in schools. The overview is followed by a discussion of the types of drug use, psychological needs, and a model for examining an individual's health status, with specific application for vulnerable individuals. An effective educational approach is presented by integrating the preceding critical issues with a practical rationale for developing drug education programs to meet the unique needs of exceptional children.
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