The University of West Alabama

Alcohol & Drugs

College campuses are full of people engaging in irresponsible behaviors concerning alcohol and drugs. Most students are unable to recognize the reality of what can happen if bad choices are made related to substance use and abuse. Students and parents should hear the true story and know the facts about alcohol and other drug use.

The following is a list of links to helpful websites intended to educate you:

• www.alcoholics-anonymous.org
• http://www.factsontap.org
• http://alcoholism.about.com/cs/college/index.htm?once=true
• http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/default.aspx
• http://www.edc.org/hec/pubs/factsheets/fact_sheet1.html
• http://www.mentalhealthscreening.org/alcohol/alc-faq.htm

Additional resources for help with alcohol and drugs are:

• 1-800-662-HELP (4357) http://findtreatment.samsha.gov
• Alcoholics Birmingham Intergroup – (205)290-0060
• Montgomery Area Intergroup – (334)264-4122
• Alliance (Meridian, MS) – (601)483-6211
• Official Office (New York, NY) – (212)870-3400

Narcotics Anonymous:

• Meridian, MS – St Paul’s Church 1116 23rd Avenue/Basement
• Alabama/NW Florida Region N>F – (800) 467-7314

These are just a few sites to give you more information. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol or drugs, or if you know someone who does, contact UWA Counseling Services. Help is available.