Drugs 101 2015 - Drugs 101: Recognizing and Responding to Substance-Related Disorders in College Students

This presentation will focus on college students' use and abuse of alcohol, marijuana, and prescription drugs such as Adderall and OxyContin. Participants will learn the effects and side effects of the different substances and the reasons why students use and like them. Risks of use and negative consequences will be examined and relevant treatment and mental health resources will be explored. Participants will also learn when and how to make appropriate referrals to counseling, accessibility services, and student conduct. Prevention and education strategies will also be reviewed.
Why should you attend: Students who use and abuse alcohol and other substances are at risk for academic, social, and personal problems, including death, injury, arrest, and sexual assault.
Areas Covered in the Session:
Different classes of psychoactive substances with a focus on alcohol, marijuana, and prescription drugs
Prevalence of substance use and abuse
Demographics and motivations of college students who use and abuse substances
Developmental issues
Signs of a drug or alcohol problem
Risks and negative consequences of substance use
Relevant mental health resources
Prevention and education strategies
When and how to make appropriate referrals to counseling, accessibility services, and student conduct
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