The dramatic scenes are an eye opening experience. These scenes portray the unembelished ultimate consequences of drug addiction. An accompanying audio narrative gives context to the scenes and allows the audience to follow the story of a teen addicted to heroin. This portion of the program gives the participants a true perspective of the real physical and emotional consequences of addiction. Once completing this portion of the program, participants have a greater appreciation for the serious nature of substance abuse. They are motivated to learn about the problem and how they can protect both themselves as well as family and friends. Capitalizing on this motivation, the second half of the Reality Tour program finalizes the prevention message utilizing various interactive methods and techniques.

Law enforcement is represented in the Reality Tour program during the arrest in the dramatic scenes, the jail or intake process, and most importantly during the question and answer session. We believe it is important for local law enforcement to address the current trends and risks. While the problem of substance abuse is consistent, its methods and symptoms are ever-changing. Local law enforcement is an excellent resource for current information on the climate of substance abuse within the community. The Reality Tour program offers a captive and motivated audience of both parent and child for law enforcement to address.

The best resources for information about substance abuse are those who have lived through it. Each Reality Tour program presents an addict's story and allows the audience to ask questions. It is difficult for youth to understand how the decisions they make as an adolescent can shape their future, unless they hear it firsthand

The process of implementing a successful Reality Tour program can be thought of as putting on additional layers as you further your integration into the community. These layers will ensure that you have a thriving program that will continue its success in the years to come.