3 - Drug Use and Abuse - Risk Management

Managing the RisksA Risk Management Presentation

for UT Dallas Student Organizations

Drug Use and Abuse

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• Review facts about drug problems on college campuses• Identify the drugs of concern on college campuses• Learn how to tell if someone may have a drug problem• Understand the consequences associated with drug

possession, use, or abuse• Identify ways student leaders can help someone who may

have a drug problem• Identify ways student organizations can prevent drug

abuse and appropriately intervene• Identify the resources for prevention and intervention

OBJECTIVES

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RECENT NEWS STORIES INVOLVING DRUGS ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES

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Southern Methodist UniversityFrom December 2006 to May 2007, three SMU students died from excessive use of alcohol or drugs. Subsequent investigations revealed a campus culture that condoned illegal drug use, possession, and distribution.

Oregon State UniversityIn April 2008, six OSU students were arrested at their off-campus residences in connection with a drug trafficking ring that was distributing cocaine, Ecstasy, and marijuana on and near the main campus.

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San Diego State UniversityOn May 6, 2008, 33 SDSU students were arrested on a variety of drug-related charges including distribution of illegal narcotics through several fraternity houses.

Pennsylvania State UniversityIn April 2009, four Penn State students and two former students were charged with distribution of more than 400 pounds of marijuana. Two of the students arrested were dealing drugs out of their fraternity houses.

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WHAT ARE THE DRUGS OF CONCERN ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES?

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• Marijuana• Cocaine• Heroin • Hallucinogens

ILLICIT DRUGS USED OR ABUSED ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES


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Facts• Common Names: Cannabis;

Pot; Weed; Grass; Mary Jane

• Marijuana (or cannabis) is a fast-growing plant with sticky flowers that produces the psychoactive substance THC.

• The primary effects sought by those users are euphoria, relaxation, and changes in perception.

MARIJUANARisks• Nausea or vomiting• Coughing, asthma, and other

respiratory problems• Difficulty with short term

memory • Racing heart or agitation• Anxiety or panic attacks• Headaches, dizziness, confusion• Possible physical and

psychological dependence• Clumsiness, loss of

coordination


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Facts• Common Names: Coke; Crack;

Blow; Snow; Nose Candy• Cocaine is a stimulant

extracted and refined from the Coca plant.

• The primary effects sought by users include feelings of well-being, decreased appetite, heightened stimulation, sexual arousal, and increased focus.

COCAINERisks• Increased body temperature

and heart rate• Agitation, anxiety, and paranoia• Dizziness, nausea, or vomiting• Violent behavior• Kidney failure• Seizure, stroke, or heart attack• Severe damage to the nose• Increased chances of

miscarriage, premature labor, and stillbirth

• High probability of dependence on cocaine


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• OxyContin• Vicodin• Fentanyl• Ambien• Valium

PRESCRIPTION DRUGS ABUSED ON COLLEGECAMPUSES

• Xanax• Ritalin• Adderall• Dexedrine


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Facts• Common Names: Brain food,

smarts, little speedy, and Altoids

• Common Names for Ritalin: Poor man’s cocaine, R pop, coke junior, study buddies, and vitamin R

• The primary effects sought by users include staying awake, improving concentration, and losing weight.

ADDERALL & RITALINRisks (when abused)• Insomnia• Headaches• Fever• Increased heart rate• Lower GPA• Extremely high addictive

potential


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Facts• Common Names: Xanax;

Niravam• Xanax is a sedative and

depressant prescribed for anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and sleeplessness.

• It is used recreationally (abused) to relax and relieve stress.

XANAXRisks (when abused)• Headaches, drowsiness,

dizziness, and amnesia • Clumsiness, loss of muscle

coordination• Vivid dreams or hallucinations• Dry mouth• Changes in libido• Yellowing of the skin or eyes• Rash or an allergic reaction• Regular or excessive use can

lead to dependence and addiction


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• Dramamine • Tylenol PM• Sominex• Cold Medicine/DXM

OTC DRUGS AND OTHER SUBSTANCES ABUSED ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES

• Salvia• Aspirin• Diet pills• Alcohol


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WHY DO COLLEGE STUDENTS TAKE DRUGS?SECTION #:


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1. Genetics and Family History

2. Parental Attitudes and Behaviors

3. Substance Abuse in High School

4. Perceived Expectations of Positive Effects

5. Mental Health Problems

FACTORS AFFECTING DRUG USE OR ABUSE


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6. Social Influences

7. Student Organization Membership

8. Religion and Spirituality

9. Student Engagement

10. Competitive Sport Participation

FACTORS AFFECTING DRUG USE OR ABUSE


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WHAT ARE THE SIGNS THAT SOMEONE HAS A DRUG PROBLEM?

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• Life problems related to the drug use• Setting and exceeding limits• Making promises about use and breaking those promises• Lying about or trying to hide the amount/frequency of drug

use• Forgetting or denying things that happened while

intoxicated• Behaving very differently when intoxicated than when

sober• Avoiding social functions where drugs are not available.• Feeling guilty, embarrassed, or remorseful about things

done/said while intoxicated• Very high tolerance

DRUG PROBLEM RED FLAGS


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WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES ASSOCIATED WITH A DRUG PROBLEM?

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• Greater risk for health problems including infection from blood-borne pathogens, lung disease, heart problems, brain damage, liver damage, and death from overdose.

DRUG PROBLEMS: POTENTIAL EFFECTS ON HEALTH AND WELL-BEING


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• College students who use or abuse illicit and prescription drugs do not perform well academically including having lower GPAs.

• Federal and state laws bar certain students with past drug convictions from receiving financial aid.

• Suspension is the recommended penalty for the illegal use, possession, and/or sale of a drug or drug paraphernalia.

DRUG PROBLEMS: POTENTIAL EFFECTS ON COLLEGE EDUCATION


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• Many companies have a “zero tolerance” policy for drug convictions regardless of the position.

• Almost all professional schools including medicine and law conduct criminal background checks on applicants.

• Most states require a criminal background check for those individuals seeking licensure in certain fields (e.g., teaching, law, and medicine).

DRUG PROBLEMS: POTENTIAL EFFECTS ON GRADUATE SCHOOL OR EMPLOYMENT


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•Many professional sports leagues and amateur athletic associations have banned the use or possession of illegal drugs, steroids, and certain prescription drugs by athletes.

•Athletes who test positive for prohibited drugs and steroids may be subject to sanctions:-Loss of recognition-Removal of accomplishments from record books-Suspensions-Fines-Lifetime bans

•Federal and state laws also make it illegal to possess or sell anabolic steroids without a valid prescription. Violations of these laws can include fines and jail time.

DRUG PROBLEMS: POTENTIAL EFFECTS ON PARTICIPATION IN ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES


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• Drug abuse by a pregnant women can result in miscarriages, still births, underdevelopment, or risks to the developing baby’s health.

• Family and domestic violence also occurs more frequently in households where one or more individuals is abusing or is addicted to drugs.

• Abusing drugs (including the mixing of drugs and alcohol) can also lead to higher risk of injury or death as a result of car accidents.

DRUG PROBLEMS: POTENTIAL EFFECTS ON FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND PEERS


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WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP?SECTION &:


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Why should I be the one who gets involved? - As an officer or authorized representative of your

student organization, you bear an important responsibility for keeping your members safe.

How can one member’s actions affect my organization? - Use, possession, or distribution of illicit drugs or abuse

of prescription drugs can expose your organization to university discipline, criminal charges, or lawsuits.

INTERVENING: DECIDING TO HELP


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Am I just overreacting? - If you are noticing that a member of your organization is

having problems you are not overreacting. Something is probably wrong.

Why get involved if they are not hurting anyone?

- Don’t wait for a friend or peer to “bottom out,” drop out of school, or hurt themselves or someone else before you decide to take action.

INTERVENING: DECIDING TO HELP


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Talk with a Professional- Health Center: 972-883-4275- Counseling Center: 972-883-2747

Conduct an Intervention- Help a peer or friend understand and accept the nature

of their relationship with drugs, ask them to address the problem, and lead them to help.

INTERVENING: TAKING ACTION


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• Pay attention to specific behaviors that concern you• Share your concerns• Listen to what they say• Ask for what you want• Offer to find them help.

HOW TO CONDUCT AN INTERVENTION


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WHAT CAN MY ORGANIZATION DO TO HELP?SECTION ':


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Engage in prevention and intervention dialogue- Talk with other officers, alumni, and parents about ways

to maintain a drug-free culture.- Explain to all members the expectations for appropriate

behavior and conduct at organization events.

Identify members who may be at risk - Make sure your organization’s leaders know the signs

associated with drug use or abuse.- Maintain good communication with the other leaders of

your group to know when a member may be in trouble.

PREVENTION: RISK MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES


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Understand the resources available - Review university and other resources that provide

facts, risks, and prevention and intervention tools.- Attend a workshop or training session offered by the

university or have someone come talk to your group.

Attend/host prevention programs and events - Host an event, bring in a guest speaker to increase

awareness about drug abuse.



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Develop policies and procedures- Include drug-free statements in important documents

such as event flyers and recruitment materials. - Develop written steps for intervening if a member of

your organization has a drug problem.



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SUMMARY AND REVIEW OF YOUR KNOWLEDGESECTION (:


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• As a student leader, you are responsible for the health and safety of all of the members of your organization as well as their conduct during events and activities.

• Abuse of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications is one of the biggest drug-related problems on college and university campuses.

• Intervening to help a peer who has a drug problem requires someone to recognize the signs, make the choice to help, and then take action.

• Illicit drugs include any drug for which it is unlawful to use, possess, or distribute by law and include cocaine, marijuana, and Ecstasy.

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• Prescription drug abuse is the use of prescription drugs – such as Xanax, Ritalin, and Adderall – in ways not intended by the prescribing doctor.

• College students are more likely to abuse prescription drugs because they are widely available, free, and are not considered to be as harmful as illicit drugs.

• There are signs – physical, psychological, and behavioral that you can watch out for that tell you that a friend or peer has (or may have) a drug problem.

• Peer pressure, desire to belong to a student organization, and previous drug use in high school are all factors contributing to drug use (or abuse) in college.

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• The illegal use, possession, or sale of drugs can result in severe consequences including loss of financial aid, suspension from school, lost job opportunities, physical harm, and criminal penalties.

• Appropriate ways for a person to help someone with a drug problem include talking with a professional, calling the health center at 972-883-2747

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Interventions, Referrals, Training and Treatment• UTD Counseling Center

972-883-2575utdallas.edu/counseling

• Health Services972-883-4275

UNIVERSITY RESOURCES


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Educational Materials and Training• Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs

- http://www.utexas.edu/student/vpsa/security/drugfree/index.html

• UHS Health Promotions Resource Center



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University Discipline• http://www.utdallas.edu/judicialaffairs/

UTDJudicialAffairs-HOPV.html

• Texas Law- http://www.utdallas.edu/thatguy/penalties/



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• Discuss with your organization’s leadership- Faculty/staff advisor- Risk Management Officer (or other officer)- Alumni members/organization

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS


Review Your Knowledge1) Click on the link below to get started https://elearning.utdallas.edu/webct/

entryPageIns.dowebct2) Click on Trainings, Organizations, and Research3) Click login. Enter your net id and password.4) Click on Risk Management Training quizzes.5) Click on the quiz title that you will take.6) Click Begin Assessment. As you proceed through the quiz make sure that

you click Save and View Next7) Once you have Answered and Saved all ten questions click finish.8) Wait for the submission report.9) Once the submission report is confirmed click View Attempt. If you have

scored an 80% you may move on to the next quiz. If you have not scored an 80% you must retake the quiz until you have received a score of 80%.

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