Down and Back, “Series: Self Incorporated — Program: Down and Back — Produced by: KETC-TV St Louis, Mo — Produced for: AIT — Date: August, 1975 — Time: 14-min 40 sec”, 1975, Eastman pink fade, “Self Incorporated”, Eastman pink fade
“”Self Incorporated” helps early adolescents deal with the questions and problems that arise as a result of the physical and social changes they are experiencing. The 15 programs give teachers and other adults an effective means of stimulating youngsters to reflect on and talk candidly about their tncerns, to become aware of the choices available to them, and to understand the consequences of their actions. These films provide o n-ended tools for teachers, parents, and youth to explore the problems and value questions that are so intricately’ entwined in eventualdecisions about ,the use/abuse of alcohol and other drugs. Programs deal with topics such as: physical changes, peer group pressure, dating readiness, cliques, privacy, pressures to achieve, and ethical decisionmaking.”
“Terri very much wants to be a cheerleader. She has practiced hard, and, even though nervous, she feels ready for the tryouts, But desire, enthusiasm, and practice are not enough. She is not among those chosen for next year’s team. Adolescent enthusiasm, coupled with clumsiness and lack of experience, often lead teenagers into minor failures. This program helps young people understand the failure cycle and learn skills for coping with their own setbacks,”