Alcohol:
Problems and Solutions:
http://www2.potsdan.edu/alcohol-info
Presents information on many aspects of alcohol
and the general public as well as information specifically oriented towrds
college students. Topics includes: underage drinking, fetal alcohol syndrome,
advertising, defining moderation and binge drinking, policy development
and many other concerns. This site also presents insightful challenges
to the standard prevention statistics and methodology.
Alcohol and
Your College Experience:
http://www.factsontap.org
Presents information on many aspects of alcohol
and college students including tips for how to cut down on your drinking
and a test to see if you drink too much. It includes information on alcohol
including how it relates to: sexual experiences, effects on the body,
determining your blood alcohol level and much more. There are updates
on news events that are related to alcohol and college life as well.
Alcohol
Information and Education:
http://www.lcb.state.pa.us/edu/
Offers tips on how to make wise choices, how
to start local campaigns, how to prevent underage drinking and examples
of how someone with an alcohol problem may act. Statistics on accidents
and other issues related to alcohol use are also offered. There is an
impairment chart that helps people realize their estimated intoxication
level depending on their sex, weight, height and number of drinks consumed.
American
Council for Drug Education:
http://www.acde.org
Discusses the effects that different substances
have on the body and their impact on relationships with others. This
site contains tips for parents on how to talk to their children about
substance use and how to notice if their child is using an illegal substance.
This council is part of the Phoenix House program and offers information
on substance abuse education and prevention.
American
Medical Association Office of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse:
http://ww.ama-assn.org/special/aos/index.htm
Lists policies on alcohol use, information on
Alanon and Alateen, as well as facts on college life and consumption
of alcohol. The site also provides information on the A.M.A. "A
Matter of Degree" program for college students.
BACCHUS
Peer Education Network:
http://www.bacchusgamma.org
BACCHUS is an international association of college
and university based alcohol abuse prevention and health education programs.
BACCHUS offers a wide variety of educational videos, posters and pamphlets.
Beer, Booze
and Behavior:
http://www.lasalle.edu/~chapman/assess.htm
Informs students and others about opportunities
for socialization and recreation other than drinking or other drug use.
Information is specific for Lasalle University as well as other students.
There are ideas for other things to do as well as how to confront people
who drink and abuse the rights and properties of other people. Many
links to sites of interest related to alcohol use and other issues are
available. A virtual reality scenario allows you to plug in your personal
statistics, then go through a drinking episode to estimate your blood
alcohol level as you drink.
Blood Alcohol Concentration:
http://www.intox.com/wheel/drinkwheel.asp
Simply insert your gender, size, number of drinks
and period of time to estimate a BAL automatically.
BRAD 21
Program:
http://www.brad21.org
Sponsored by the family and friends of Bradley
McCue, a Michigan State student who died of alcohol poisoning on his
twenty-first birthday. The purpose of this site is to educate young
adults about the low risk use of alcohol and the effects that alcohol
can have on others. Information describes: the effects of alcohol on
the body, how to recognize the effects on yourself and others, how to
encourage abstinence or low risk use, and how to determine when medical
assistance is needed.
Center for
Science in the Public Interest:
http://www.cspinet.org
Offers a wide range of information including
nutrition, jobs and alcohol. The site addresses issues related to alcohol
use including advertisements and promotions. There are many links to
other sites of interest and information on a special alcohol policy
project that helps to reduce use. This site provides statistics proving
that alcohol is the leading cause of premature deaths in the United
States.
Center for
Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP):
http://www.samsha.gov/csap
Provides assistance to community projects concerning
alcohol and other drugs. The goal of these projects is to give information
that will build skills and competence rather than dependence. CSAP offers
trainers for community support and assistance with project development.
College
Parents of America (CPA):
http://collegeparents.org
Designed to help parents prepare for their child’s
college life including information ranging from getting financial help
for tuition to finding links to different resources on combating high
risk alcohol use by their child. There is excellent information for
parents regarding talking to their students.
Core Institute:
http://www.siu.edu/departments/coreinst/public_html
The Core Institute conducts an ongoing analysis
of the Core Alcohol and Drug Survey administered throughout the country
to college students, gauging their attitudes and behaviors regarding
alcohol and other drug use.
Dr. Drew:
http://www.drdrew.com
Based around the popular MTV show "Loveline,"
this site offers information on a variety of issues from general health
to sex and alcohol. There is an opportunity to ask Dr. Drew a question
with his response found on the online forum. If you need to get help
with any issue in particular, this site offers several resources for
you.
FACE Truth
and Clarity in Alcohol:
http://www.faceproject.org
Provides information regarding FACE, a national
non-profit organization that focuses specifically on alcohol issues.
FACE conducts work in three areas: media development, training and national
advocacy. FACE aims to reduce the risks related to alcohol sales and
increase the safety factors related to alcohol consumption. Information
on their research topics and findings as well as low risk consumption
guidelines are detailed here.
GAMMA (Greeks
Advocating Mature Management of Alcohol):
http://www.bacchusgamma.org
GAMMA is a national effort designed to involve
campus fraternity and sorority chapters in prevention activities. The
program consists of an implementation manual, programming guide, posters
and videos - all targeting Greek undergraduates.
George Mason
University Center for the Advancement of Public Health:
http://www.promprac.gmu.edu
The Center provides referral resources about
campus policies, programs and research. The Center’s areas of expertise
include college based prevention programming, health promotion and training.
In cooperation with The Century Council, the Center distributes the
"Promising Practices" publication, which describes numerous
campus prevention programs.
Had Enough:
http://www.hadenough.org
Focuses on students who have had enough with
binge drinking and the effects that it has on campus life. It gives
support for students who are trying to decrease binge drinking on college
campuses. There is ample information about binge drinking and the effects
it has on the drinker and those surrounding the drinker.
Harvard
School of Public Health:
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/cas/
Provides statistics and research articles based
on the Harvard School of Public Health College Alcohol Study, an ongoing
survey of over 15,000 students at 140 four year colleges in 40 states.
The CAS study examines high risk behaviors among college students such
as episodic or binge drinking, smoking, illicit drug use, gun possession,
violence, and other behavioral, social and health problems confronting
today's college students.
Healthfinder:
http://www.healthfinder.gov
Provides information on diseases, nutrition,
STDs, alcohol use and other issues. This site is a database for most
health-related topics. There are links specialized for different age
groups, gender and special populations all related to health issues.
The Higher
Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Prevention Education Development
Center Inc.:
http://www.edc.org/hec
The Higher education Center is the US Department
of Education’s national center to support campus alcohol and other
drug education and prevention efforts. The Center supports the Network
of Colleges and Universities Committed to the Elimination of Drug Abuse.
Inter-Association
Task Force on Alcohol and Other Substance Abuse Issues:
http://www.iatf.org
Provides tips to campus officials on how to
implement a task force for leadership on health issues, residential
life, student life, student government and many others. Also available
is information on how to train campus leaders about alcohol and other
drug issues.
Join Together
Online:
http://www.jointogether.org
Addresses efforts to reduce gun violence and
substance abuse. There are news articles on each of these efforts as
well as a photo gallery that shows real life consequences of violence.
There is a quick search database for substance abuse and violence issues.
The site also contains information regarding the "Demand Treatment"
program which initiates the demand for treatment for addicts.
Marin Institute for the Prevention of Alcohol & Other Drug Problems:
http://www.marininstitute.org
Provides information to assist in confronting
those who profit from alcohol sales and create harmful conditions to
others. There is a schedule and registration information for training
sessions provided by the organization on how to deal with these issues.
Links to alcohol beverage sites, information on their advertisements
and research findings can be viewed as well.
Marin Institute on Prevention of Alcohol & Other Drug Problems:
alcohol policy and industry database:
http://www.andornot.com/marin
Provides a database from the Marin Institute
for research on the alcohol beverage industry, policies and prevention
efforts. There is information from 1991-present available from a variety
of sources.
Monitoring the Future (MTF):
http://www.monitoringthefuture.org/
Focuses on drug use and abuse with information
on recent trends in use of alcohol and other drugs, links to related
sites as well as data bases and copies of available press releases related
to alcohol and drug use. It contains information on studies performed
on the behaviors, attitudes and values of secondary and college students
as well as other young adults in America.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD):
http://www.madd.org
Supports those who have lost a loved one due
to an alcohol related car crash. This is a nonprofit organization supported
by mothers who are looking for solutions to impaired driving and underage
drinking. Other information provided includes statistics for any zip
code you wish to research, how to become a member, different programs
offered and much more.
National Center on Addiction & Substance Abuse (CASA/ Columbia University):
http://www.casacolumbia.org
Provides research results on public opinion,
program demonstrations, policy development and medical studies. CASA
examines the social cost of alcohol and how it affects everyone around
the user. There is an assessment of what helps and what doesn't during
an intervention and also gives suggestions for those who are looking
to get help for their problem.
National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information:
http://www.health.org
Provides an information database as well as
a quick fact page and an online forum. Through work with the Center
for Substance Abuse and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,
this site provides information on substance use.
National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence:
http://www.ncadd.org
Attempts to eradicate the stigma of the disease
of alcoholism and educates Americans on the disease nature of addiction.
The site indicates how addiction is a disease that is not only avoidable
but also treatable. It provides information on health and medical issues
as well as information for both parents and students who need help to
talk to each other about substance use. An online message board allows
visitors of the site to ask Dr. Bob a question and receive an answer
on the web page.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism:
http://www.niaaa.nih.gov
Provides information on NIAAA research on the
causes, consequences, treatment, and prevention of alcoholism and other
alcohol-related problems. NIAAA is part of the National Institute of
Health and provides information on all topics of alcohol use and abuse.
Links to other sites and databases are provided in addition to the research
information.
National Intrafraternity Conference:
http://www.nicindy.org
Provides a variety of services to support and
enhance the fraternity movement throughout the United States and Canada
including: educational conferences; videotapes; workbooks and manuals;
campus consultations.
National Panhellenic Conference:
http://www.npcwomen.org
Provides information regarding NPC conferences,
publications and services dedicated to the betterment of sorority life.
Peer Outreach Programs.
Partnership
Against Violence:
http://www.pavnet.org
Provides information about violence and adolescents
that are at risk. Information from seven different Federal agencies
is provided. This site also allows violence prevention professionals
to communicate through the PAVNET mail group. There is contact information
available for those interested in sponsoring a program on violence prevention.
Partnership
for a Drug Free America:
http://www.drugfreeamerica.org
Aims to reduce the demand for illicit drugs
in America through media communication. The site links to sites on prevention,
treatment, mentoring, counseling, health, and teens.
PREVLINE: Prevention Online:
http://www.health.org
Contains links to a variety of resources on
drug use and abuse, as well as current statistics on the level of use
in the United States. Information relevant to specific age groups and
ethnic backgrounds is also available. Many resources can be located
through this site.
Prevention Research Institute, Inc. (PRI):
http://www.askpri.org
Provides information about the programs conducted
by PRI. The goal of PRI is to reduce the incidence of alcohol and drug-related
problems in the United States and other countries through a lifestyle
related risk reduction program. Programs designed by PRI are designed
to persuade resistant audiences to examine and change their attitudes
and behaviors concerning alcohol and drug use.
Promising Practices - Campus Alcohol Strategies:
http://www.promprac.gmu.edu
Presents education on elimination of alcohol
and other drug abuse on college campuses. There is information on the
consequences of use and how to help your campus. This site encourages
students to think about their lifestyle and how to make healthy decisions.
There is an online forum as well to discuss your concerns.
Robert Wood
Johnson Foundation:
http://www.rwjf.org
Provides information regarding grants funded
through the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. These grants fund research
for many areas including: tobacco, alcohol, illicit drugs and mulit-use
drugs. Information on treatment, prevention and enforcement are among
the subjects that are detailed.
Safe Campuses
Now:
http://www.uga.edu/~safe-campus
Presents tips on how to be safe on your campus
as well as general statistics regarding campus violence. This site focuses
on University of Georgia issues but is appropriate for other students
also. Safe Campuses Now is a crime prevention awareness and education
program with the goal of preventing all crime involving college students
both on and off campus. There is a crime alert resource page which informs
visitors about recent crimes and the still-at-large criminals.
Safety on Campus:
http://www.campussafety.org
Dedicated to assisting campus crime victims
in the enforcement of their legal rights. This site informs students
about how to be safe and have a successful college experience. Information
for parents on how to deal with safety issues is also available. This
group has influenced six major legislations all of which are detailed
at this site. Crime statistics, safety tips, and bulletin information
are also available through this site.
TIPS (Training
for Intervention Procedures by Servers of Alcohol) Health Communication:
600 New Hampshire Ave., NW, Suite 100, Washington, DC 20037.
http://www.gettips.com
Using videotape, printed material, practice
and examination, trained TIPS instructors certify participants in effective
techniques to spot signs of intoxication and underage drinking, and
impart the skills necessary to intervene to prevent alcohol abuse.
Dr. Jean
Kilbourne
Lordly and Dame Inc. 51 Church Street Boson, MA 02116. 617-482-3593.
http://www.jeankilbourne.com
Dr. Kilbourne writes and lectures on alcohol
and cigarette advertising as well as advertising’s impact on eating
disorders. She has lectured extensively throughout the United States
and abroad and is a frequent guest on radio and television programs.
Screaming with Pleasure Productions:
Last Call PO Box 82, Williamsburg, MA 01096. 413-585-0633.
Brian Smith and Bill Ross, professional actors,
jugglers and comedians present an exciting, entertaining production
using comedy, drama and vaudeville techniques to shed light on the problems
of high risk alcohol and other drug consumption on the college campus.
Will Keim Speaks:
http://www.willkeim.com
Will Keim is one of the top motivational speakers
on the campus circuit today. His lectures and presentations focus on
topics including sex, alcohol and other drugs, athletics, residential
life, and orientation. An extensive list of his presentations, videos
and books is available on his website.
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Alcoholics
Anonymous:
http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org
Provides information regarding Alcoholics Anonymous.
AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength
and hope with each other so they may solve their common problem and
help others to recover from alcoholism. There is information on how
to identify a problem and how to get help. Since alcoholism affects
all people around the alcoholic, information on how to attain help for
them is also available.
Al-Anon:
http://www.al-anon.org
Provides information about Al-Anon, a group
organized to help the friends and family members of alcoholics to deal
with their loved ones' problem. Information on how to get help, including
meeting locations and how to attain literature on the topic. A link
to the Alateen (Al Anon for teens) website is also available.
American College Counseling Association:
http://www.collegecounseling.org
Provides information regarding ACCA which supports
the practice of college counseling and promotes responsible professional
practice to promote communication and exchange among college counselors.
The ACCA leads different conferences in an effort to better the counseling
services available on college campuses. Many links to other counseling
services are found here as well as links to different publications.
Hazeldon
Foundation:
http://www.hazeldon.org
Provides information regarding Hazeldon, a nonprofit
organization dedicated to helping people recover from alcoholism and
other drug addiction. Hazeldon provides both residential and outpatient
treatment for people of all ages, programs for families affected by
chemical dependency, and training for a variety of professionals. Locations
and further information on the treatment facility is listed here as
well as.
Moderation
Management:
http://www.moderation.org
Provides moderation management information.
This information is helpful for the "problem drinker" looking
to reduce his/her consumption patterns. This information specifically
addresses the needs of the the beginning stage problem drinker.
Rational
Recovery Center:
http://www.rational.org
In 1986, RR was established as an alternative
choice to Alcoholics Anonymous. It is now considered a viable and widely
available as an alternative to AA.
Recovery Resources:
http://www.recovery.org
Lists different types of treatments available
for people who have any type of addiction from alcoholism to overeating.
There is online AA help and a recovery resources bookstore.
Women for Sobriety
http://www.womenforsobriety.org
W.F.S. is a non-profit organization dedicated
to helping women overcome alcoholisnm and other addictions. The "New
Life" program helps achieve sobriety and sustain ongoing recovery.
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