Locate books with these subjects and call numbers James C. Kirkpatrick Library in the 3rd Floor Stacks or in our Online Resources.
Substance Abuse
- HV 5823 – HV 5833
- RC 566 – RC 568
Alcoholism
- RC 563 – RC 565
Addiction Counseling
- RC 564
Smoking and Tobacco Use
- RC 566 – RC 567
Alcohol Awareness
Although it is not legal until the age of 21, you may soon find out that drinking alcohol can feel like a big part of campus life. Most college students choose not to participate in high risk drinking and most students at UCM have 0-3 drinks per week. Learning to be responsible with alcohol is very important.
Choosing not to drink is the best way to avoid problems with alcohol, however if you must, you should understand the risk. It can happen to you. National statistics show that students who participate in high risk drinking are 2-5 times more likely to experience problems from drinking and twice as likely to die from injuries than non-high risk drinkers.
If you decide to drink,
- Plan your drinking. Think about how much you want to drink before you drink. Remember that food, attitude, and the environment affect your susceptibility to alcohol.
- Take care of yourself. Don't put yourself in a situation where other people might have to take care of you, because they might not be there.
- Be aware that drinking games put you at risk for high risk drinking, since most games encourage drinking a lot in a short period of time.
- Don't ever force or pressure anyone to drink, or spike drinks. This is rude, harmful, and could be fatal. Respect others' decision not to drink
Alcohol Emergency
If you're with someone who has had too much to drink:
- Don't let the person drink more alcohol.
- Help the person avoid dangerous situations, such as driving, wandering outside, and sexual encounters.
- If the person is unconscious, call 911. Put the person on his/her side to prevent choking if vomiting occurs.
Drinking too much alcohol can result in serious medical problems. Do not allow the person to just "sleep it off". Seek medical attention immediately.
Information on alcohol awareness, alcohol emergency, and alcohol / drug policy can be found on the UCM Personal Safety and Awareness page.
Care to Act
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As part of the UCM Office of Health Promotion, the Care To Act approach supports each campus community member in making a positive difference on our campus in these four areas:
These concerns affect the well-being and safety of everyone. |
How does the Care to Act program work?
Care To Act includes these primary components:
- Overview for students: the online
overview course - Conversations that build community: facilitated, in-person group conversations that focus on how to be engaged and caring community members
- Network creation and expansion: purposeful connection with existing campus programs and services that support and promote a community of care
For more information, contact Tori Wilson, Care To Act Coordinator, at towlison@ucmo.edu.
Collection Highlights
Treatment Strategies for Substance and Process Addictions by ISBN: 9781556203534Publication Date: 2015-03-01This distinctive and timely text examines the most prevalent substance and process addictions and focuses on current research and evidence-based treatment strategies. Major substance addictions discussed include alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, methamphetamines, and prescription drugs. Complete chapters are also devoted to the most frequently cited process addictions, making this text unique. Behavioral addictions covered in this text include pathological gambling, sex disorders, disordered eating, work, exercise, shopping, and Internet/gaming.
College Student Alcohol Abuse by ISBN: 9781118222331Publication Date: 2012-09-14Essential evidence-based strategies for the prevention and reduction of alcohol abuse among college students With contributions from notable substance abuse researchers, this practical guide presents clear strategies for prevention of and interventions for alcohol abuse in the college-age population. Ranging from community-based prevention programs to individual, motivational, and interview-based approaches, College Student Alcohol Abuse explores: The leading theories used to conceptualize college student drinking and related problems, with an emphasis on the clinical implications of each perspective Epidemiology of student drug use--including illicit drugs and nonmedical use of prescription drugs The spectrum of empirically supported prevention programs with a focus on best practices and materials How to conduct assessments and create intervention programs for students with substance abuse problems A must-have resource for every college administrator, resident staff member, and addiction counselor who works with this unique population, College Student Alcohol Abuse translates the latest research findings and interventions into clear and evidence-based strategies for assessing and treating college students who are abusing alcohol.
College Drinking and Drug Use by ISBN: 9781609189594Publication Date: 2011-12-14Substance use among college students can result in serious academic and safety problems and have long-term negative repercussions. This state-of-the-art volume draws on the latest research on students' alcohol and drug use to provide useful suggestions for how to address this critical issue on college campuses. Leading researchers from multiple disciplines examine the prevalence and nature of substance use by students; biological and neuropsychological considerations; psychological and social aspects; prevention; and policy. Exemplary programs are presented--including brief interventions, comprehensive prevention programs, and recovery support programs--enhancing the utility of the book for campus-based clinicians and administrators.
