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Mission Statement
 
The Substance Abuse Program is committed to providing the University of South Alabama community with educational and prevention programs related to substance abuse. By providing counseling, outreach programs, and consultation services, the Program strives to increase knowledge and awareness of alcohol and other drug issues and decrease the negative consequences associated with high risk drinking and illegal drug use. The Program advocates the protection of the legal rights of students as they relate to alcohol and drug laws.
 
Educational Goals
 

The Substance Abuse Program has the following educational goals:

  1. Disseminate information to members of the University community about common substances of abuse and the harmful effects associated with their use and/or misuse.
  2. Convey to students who choose to abstain from alcohol the acceptability of that choice and educate students who choose to drink about the responsible use of alcohol.
  3. Provide members of the University community with information about signs of substance abuse and addiction and resources available to assist with these disorders.
  4. Educate students about University and government imposed penalties for alcohol and other drug violations.
  5. Promote the development and utilization of peer educators who serve as role models and encourage healthy choices concerning alcohol and drugs through various awareness and educational activities.
  6. An annual review of educational goals is conducted and an attempt made to strengthen programming to maximize their achievement.
Services
 

The Substance Abuse Program, a part of USA Counseling and Testing Service, provides a variety of services to students, employees, and their families.  These services include the following:

Substance Abuse Assessments
Individual and Group Counseling
Alcohol and Drug Awareness/Education Programs
Consultation with Faculty and Staff
Referral Services
 
The Substance Abuse Program works collaboratively with BACCHUS, a USA student organization that provides peer education related to alcohol and drug prevention.  Special programs are scheduled throughout the year but particularly during National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week and Safe Spring Break Week to promote healthy decision making regarding alcohol and drugs.
 
  • The Program offers printed and videotaped materials related to alcohol and drug prevention. Alcohol 101 Plus, an interactive CD-ROM program, provides an opportunity for students to learn about the risks associated with the misuse of alcohol and receive individual feedback about their own drinking habits.
  • Peer education training is offered for students desiring to develop their skills in this area.
  • The Program conducts periodic alcohol and drug surveys to assess current patterns of alcohol/drug use.
  • The services of the Substance Abuse Program are confidentially provided. Students who would like to receive assistance or further information are invited to contact this office at (251) 460-7980.
 
 
 
 
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University of South Alabama - Mobile Alabama 36688-0002 / 1 (251) 460-7051
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