University Health Center
University of Maryland at College Park
College Park, Maryland 20742
(301) 314-8126
Not only is college a time of intellectual progress and achievement, but also a time of personal, social, spiritual, and emotional development. Problems with alcohol and other drugs can greatly interfere with growth in all of these areas. The University Health Center1s Substance Abuse Program is dedicated to prevention and intervention. Since we know that many students have experimented with alcohol and other drugs before coming to college, the "Just Say No" message is clearly inappropriate. Our programs are designed to encourage meaningful discussions that promote responsible decision making. We don't deliver parental lectures or sermons on the evils of alcohol and other drugs, instead we offer opportunities to find increased understanding of values, beliefs, and behaviors.
We also strongly believe that intervention should take place as early as possible, before someone suffers the painful and debilitating effects of chemical dependency. Understanding that addiction is a complex disease, our treatment program which is grounded in the 12-step tradition, promotes recovery through wellness in all aspects of a person1s life.
In an effort to better serve all students, we work closely with other campus departments to encourage healthy lifestyles that do not involve the misuse of alcohol and other drugs. Catering to the growing number of students who wish to socialize without alcohol, we actively promote these types of opportunities.
Our overall aim is to provide students with the tools to make difficult decisions that will carry them through their lifetime. We embrace diversity and invite students of any age, gender, sexual orientation and racial, ethnic, or religious backgrounds to become involved in our program.
Students, faculty and staff have access to information on alcohol and other drugs, and additional various health topics. Pamphlets, professional journals, books, and videotapes are available for use in room 2101 on the second floor of the University Health Center. For more information call 314-8123.
This six week early intervention and education program is intended for UMCP students who have been charged with an alcohol or other drug violation (other than DUI or DWI) of campus judicial policy or state law. The program focuses on alcohol and other drug information, values clarification and dealing with behavioral consequences of misuse. To enroll call 314-8126.
For those individuals that are required to be drug tested (by either the court system, employers, attorneys, treatment providers, or the Judicial Programs Office) the University Health Center offers confidential urine collection, tamper-resistant chain of custody procedures, and highly reliable drug screening. The cost of this service depends on the type of tests necessary. For more information contact the Drug Test Administrator at 314-8104.
This six week state approved course is intended for UMCP students who have been arrested or convicted of D.W.I. or D.U.I. It focuses on alcohol related issues that are common to college students. Most lawyers recommend that students facing charges enroll in this type of program prior to going to trial. There is a charge for this service. To obtain more information call 314-8128.
For students who are concerned about their use of alcohol and other drugs, the University Health Center offers confidential individual and group counseling. Our state certified out-patient treatment and rehabilitation program is specifically designed for students meeting the challenges of college life. Students diagnosed as chemically dependent are given an opportunity to develop an individually tailored program that includes regular participation in either Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings. For more information about these services call 314-8126.
Some students have concerns about either their own, a friend1s or family member1s use of alcohol and other drugs. These issues can be explored confidentially with a professional counselor. When appropriate, referral to campus or community prevention and treatment programs is made. To discuss these issues call 314-8126.
1.Drink or use other drugs to forget about problems or to feel relaxed?
2.Ever feel that you should drink or use drugs less?
3.Have conflicts with friends after drinking or using other drugs?
4.Have family members with alcohol or other drug problems?
5.Ever feel guilty about drinking or other drug use?
6.Ever have trouble remembering what happened while drinking or using
other drugs?
7.Get drunk/high after making a conscious decision to stay sober?
8.Ever miss class because of a hangover?
9.Ever been angry or annoyed by people who criticize your drinking and/or
drug use?
An answer of yes to as few as two of these questions may indicate that you, or someone you know, could be at risk for an alcohol or other drug problem. Both the University and the local community offer programs and assistance for helping individuals change drinking and other drug-use patterns.
| Assessment and Referral | 314-8126 |
| Counseling and Treatment | 314-8126 |
| Drug Testing | 314-8104 |
| DUI/DWI Intervention Program | 314-8133 |
| General Information | 314-8128 |
| Internships | 314-8126 |
| Peer Education Programs | 314-8124 |
| Substance Abuse Intervention Program | 314-8126 |
| Al-Anon | (202) 882-1334 |
| Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) | (202) 966-9115 |
| Alcohol Hotline | (800) ALCOHOL |
| CESAR (Center for Substance Abuse Research) | 403-8329 |
| Cocaine Hotline | (800) COCAINE |
| Counseling Center | 314-7651 |
| The Faculty/Staff Assistance Program | 314-8170 |
| Narcotics Anonymous (NA) | (202) 399-5316 |
| National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Info. | (301) 468-2600 |
| Mental Health Service, University Health Center | 314-8106 |
| University Health Center Information Desk | 314-8180 |
| WACADA Hotline (Washington Area Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse) | (202) 783-1300 |
Last modified 09/29/2006
Last Revised 2/02