The College Campus
And Alcoholism

College students have a special risk factor towards the alcohol dependent disease, alcoholism. Students of higher education are typically away from parental and familial support groups. Some students are for the first time experiencing the taste of total freedom of choice.

It is not uncommon to have young students let loose of their otherwise inhibitions, moral upbringing or convictions and try new things. Parties are perfect opportunities for youth to experiment with newly discovered freedom. Alcohol can be found at most college parties, even if alcohol is prohibited. Others use alcohol to deal with the pressures of college.

It is a common news story: Binge Drinking On Local College leads to... Frequent binge drinking contributes to students having difficulty coping with classes, remembering what they hear in class and attending class or completing assignments. Statistically 1 in every 5 binge drinkers is classified by evaluation as having alcohol dependence also called alcoholism. When you look at the statistics for an over all college campus population and realize that 1 in 20 students have a alcohol dependency problem, it becomes clear that binge drinking increases your risk of alcoholism.

Some colleges even have reputations for being "party colleges". Students come to these colleges expecting to encounter parties and alcohol. The expectation fuels the occurrence and the camaraderie seen among students who party can encourage binge drinking. A recent study came to the conclusion that Male students are at greater risk than females. Nearly one in 10 college men under age 24 met a 12-month diagnosis of alcohol dependence compared to one in 20 college women under age 24. Male-bonding rituals can be in part to blame for this statistic.

It is a sad realization that many college students do not seek treatment for alcoholism because of the norm status that drinking has on campus. Some students may even view drinking as a rite of passage for being a college student. Class pressure also gets the blame for the frequent incidence of alcohol consumption. Alcohol relaxes frayed final exam nerves, or some believe that drinking is the only way to numb the anxieties of heavy class loads. Putting aside the obvious affects of health and academic consequences; alcohol consumption contributes to college assaults, deaths, injury, drunk driving, property damage, sexual abuse, unsafe sex, and vandalism.

College administrators and parents are becoming more aware of the problems associated with drinking and college students. According to the collegedrinknigprevention.gov Website two recommendations for colleges to consider when addressing the problem of drinking are: The 3-in1 Framework and the 4 Tier programs. 3-in-1 Framework: This is a multiple component program that targets the individuals who are at risk for alcoholism, the student population as a whole, the college structure and the community that embraces the college.

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In recent years, the Justice System has begun to hold drunk drivers responsible for the damages they have caused. This goes beyond holding them legally responsible and now including monetary restitution to the victims and their families.

Another new weapon that is being used in the war against drunk driving is an intolerant legal system. It is a waste of time these days for a drunk driver to get an attorney and try to get a reduced sentence by pleading to a lesser charge. Although the laws differ from state to state, most states no longer allow even first time offenders to get way without feeling the consequences of their driving under the influence.

In most states now even a first time offender faces a lengthy suspension of their license and at least a weekend in jail. In order to get their license back, most states require the offenders to attend a DUI school, which includes an assessment with a professional counselor.

Many states have passes what is called the Habitual Violator Law, which provides felony penalties for three DUI convictions. These violators lose their licenses permanently if not for many years and lose their civil liberties such as the right to vote or own a weapon.

This report, "A Call to Action: Changing the Culture of Drinking at U.S. Colleges" is geared to encourage presidents, administrators, college prevention specialists, students and community members to think about college drinking and the dangers it represents to all involved in the campus life including the community. Complete information can be found here: http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/StatsSummaries/3inone.aspx 4-Tier To quote the Website, To provide a useful list that accounts for the lack of research as well as negative findings.

Interesting Facts

Most alcoholics are men, but far more women are becoming alcoholics these days directly as a result of their new drinking habbits.

Task Force members placed prevention strategies in descending tiers on the basis of the evidence available to support or refute them. The full page can be found on: http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/StatsSummaries/4tier.aspx It is important that not only students be informed about the dangers of alcohol and how drinking can lead to the chronic and progressive disease, alcoholism; but parents, educators, and community members need to be educated as well and encouraged to take action.

Alcoholism in the News

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10/06/2008
Local runner's recovery from alcoholism featured in upcoming book - roanoke.com (Roanoke Times)
Once she was sent to jail, marathon runner Pam Rickard could hide her addiction no longer. During her ascent from the abyss of alcoholism, the refrain from her favorite hymn resonated in her heart. Related Video See video of Pam Rickard Photo gallery See more images of Pam Rickard as she moves through her daily life Resources Pam Rickard said her reason for telling the ...

Local runner's recovery from alcoholism featured in upcoming book - roanoke.com (Roanoke Times)

10/06/2008
October 6th, 2008 (Empire Page)
State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) Commissioner Karen M. Carpenter-Palumbo today awarded funding for 12 additional prevention programs in New York to raise awareness of the warning signs of problem gambling.

October 6th, 2008 (Empire Page)

10/06/2008
Hasselhoff a 'falling-down drunk' (The Arizona Republic)
David Hasselhoff is a "falling-down drunk", says his ex-wife.

Hasselhoff a 'falling-down drunk' (The Arizona Republic)

10/06/2008
The Amethyst Initiative: Should drinking age be lowered? (The Record Searchlight)
Dear Straight Talk: I am the daughter and granddaughter of alcoholics. As a recovering alcoholic, I haven't had a drink in 21 years. So far, two of my children have the disease of alcoholism. My 16-year-old daughter spent time in a locked-down psych ward for attempted suicide, followed by drug and alcohol treatment. Today she's clean and sober. My 26-year-old son is also sober after a ...

The Amethyst Initiative: Should drinking age be lowered? (The Record Searchlight)

10/06/2008
Moms dish in a new book (The Wichita Eagle)
Moms are the most fascinating group of multitasking mavens around. So when I met fellow mom/editor, Molly Rosen (a friend of a friend of a friend, and fellow mom), who was compiling a book about women in their 40s, my only question was, "How soon do you need my essay?" From tattoos to affairs, from motherhood to mayhem, from battling alcoholism and eating disorders and everything in between, ...

Moms dish in a new book (The Wichita Eagle)

10/06/2008
Moms dish in a new book (The Wichita Eagle)
Moms are the most fascinating group of multitasking mavens around. So when I met fellow mom/editor, Molly Rosen (a friend of a friend of a friend, and fellow mom), who was compiling a book about women in their 40s, my only question was, "How soon do you need my essay?" From tattoos to affairs, from motherhood to mayhem, from battling alcoholism and eating disorders and everything in between, ...

Moms dish in a new book (The Wichita Eagle)

10/06/2008
Alcohol not only cause of cirrhosis (Baltimore Sun)
Expert advice Nearly 17.6 million adults in the United States are alcoholics or have an alcohol problem, according to the National Institutes of Health. Between 10 percent and 20 percent of heavy drinkers develop cirrhosis of the liver, which is the 12th leading cause of death by disease. But alcoholism is not the only risk factor for this disease, says Dr. Paul Thuluvath, medical director of ...

Alcohol not only cause of cirrhosis (Baltimore Sun)

10/06/2008
Hasselhoff a 'falling-down drunk' (The Arizona Republic)
David Hasselhoff is a "falling-down drunk", says his ex-wife.

Hasselhoff a 'falling-down drunk' (The Arizona Republic)

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