Virginia Student Services Conference Wintergreen, VA November, 2014

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1 Virginia Student Services Conference Wintergreen, VA November, 2014

2 Presented By David S. Anderson, Ph.D. Professor George Mason University Paige Allen Hawkins, M.Ed. Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist James Madison University

3 Workshop Objectives 1. To understand the nature and scope of drug and alcohol problems and issues currently on campus 2. To gain insights and strategies regarding a range of issues, topics and controversies 3. To understand the importance and components of a comprehensive approach 4. To learn about best practices and other resources 5. To identify opportunities for collaboration and involvement on campus

4 Workshop Outline Welcome Our Heart: A Quick Assessment Substance Abuse: A National Perspective Issues, Topics and Controversies Understanding a Comprehensive Approach Best Practices Overview Collaboration Future Action Wrap-up and Evaluation

5 Our Heart: A Quick Assessment

6 OUR HEART: A QUICK ASSESSMENT

7 Substance Abuse: A National Perspective

8 The Nature of the Problem 22 million Americans are classified with substance abuse or dependence problems (SAMHSA) 8,000 people are trying drugs for the first time every day (SAMHSA) 1 million people are receiving treatment for drug or alcohol addiction (SAMHSA) Patients with alcohol use problems consume more than 15% of the national healthcare budget (SAMHSA) Approximately 1,800 college students die every year due to alcohol abuse (NIAAA)

9 COLLEGE STUDENT DRINKING PATTERNS Monitoring the Future

10 CAMPUS EFFORT and HEAVY DRINKING OVER TIME Percent of Student Use Heavier Drinking 1997 Year Campus Effort Monitoring the Future

11 TRADITIONAL-AGE COLLEGE STUDENTS: ALCOHOL USE IN LAST 30 DAYS

12 TRADITIONAL-AGE COLLEGE STUDENTS: DRUNK IN LAST 30 DAYS

13 25 TRADITIONAL-AGE COLLEGE STUDENTS: 30 DAY USE OF MARIJUANA

14 25 TRADITIONAL-AGE COLLEGE STUDENTS: 30 DAY USE OF ECSTASY

15 TRADITIONAL-AGE COLLEGE STUDENTS: 30 DAY USE OF AMPHETAMINES

16 Mean Percentages 16

17 Mean Percentages 17

18 100 Alcohol's Involvement With Academic Problems 90 Percent Affirmative Responses Lack of Academic Success Student Attrition Diminished Performance Missed Classes 18

19 Issues, Topics and Controversies

20 What are Students Perceptions/Misperceptions? Heavy (binge) drinking Underage drinking Impaired driving Marijuana use Synthetic drugs Stimulants (Adderall at exams) Heroin Addiction Recovery

21 STUDENTS PERCEPTIONS and MISPERCEPTIONS

22 Embracing a Comprehensive Approach

23 Weighting done by 34 of 52 Network Leaders Elements for a Comprehensive Campus Effort Weighted Approaches Policies and Enforcement Prevention and Education Curriculum and Training 6 Clusters for Comprehensive Program Evaluation Planning and Collaboration Support Services Each cluster is weighted to total 100% of effort Items in each cluster are weighted, totaling 100%

24 PREVENTION and EDUCATION Mean Score: 56.2 Mean Score: 56.2

25 SUPPORT and INTERVENTION Mean Score: 63.7

26 Elements for a Comprehensive Campus Effort Mean Score = 60.2

27 Student Affairs Preparation Programs: Results of an Assessment of Preparation Programs Institution State Health Courses Reqd. Health Courses Offered University of South Florida FL Wellness Seminar (2 credits) Northeastern University MA Health Issues Baylor University TX The college student, moral ethical and faith development in college students Ohio University OH Wellness Issues (of 11 2-credit courses) Kutztown University PA The Addicted Family (of 4 courses) Florida State University FL Wellness (of 6 possible specialty areas) Bucknell University Of 116 TOTAL PROGRAMS PA Appetite and Eating Behavior OR Health Psychology (of 25 electives) 3 4 Source : ACPA directory of Graduate Programs

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29 Best Practices Overview

30 A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY A comprehensive campus-based initiative engages a wide variety of campus groups and individuals as they implement a diverse set of strategies.

31 Components Policies & Implementation Curriculum Awareness & Information Support & Intervention Enforcement Assessment & Evaluation Training Staffing & Resources

32 Groups Campus Leadership Coordinator Health and Counseling Student Life Police and Security Faculty Residence Life Student Government Student Groups Community

33 TARGETING EFFORTS TO DIFFERENT DRINKING TYPES AND PATTERNS Abstainers Low Risk High Risk Dependent Recovery

34 Source: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

35 Source: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

36 BEST PRACTICES BASICS Brief Screening & Referral Bystander Training Safe Rides Peer-Based Strategies Presidential/VP Leadership Campus Task Force Faculty Engagement Resources & Sustainability

37 Brief Intervention - Essentials of a Motivational Enhancement Approach Non-judgmental and non-confrontational ( the spirit ) Emphasizes meeting people where they are in terms of their level of readiness to change Utilize Motivational Interviewing strategies to elicit personally relevant reasons to change Often can find the hook that prompts contemplation of or commitment to change When a student is ambivalent, considers way to explore and resolve ambivalence The key is to elicit information and when applicable, reflect 37

38 Discrepancy? Minimize resistance Evoke change talk Validate confidence

39 Building Bridges

40 The Paradox of Change When a person feels accepted for who they are and what they do no matter how unhealthy it allows them the freedom to consider change rather than needing to defend against it.

41 Collaboration

42 Strategic Planning Institutionalize Coordinate Articulate and Market Prioritize Action Clarify Needs and Assess Resources Set Vision and Goals Determine Guiding Principles Establish a Task Force

43 Future Action

44 What campus leaders should KNOW What campus leaders should SAY What campus leaders should DO

45 Action Steps for College Leaders: What Leaders Should Know Acknowledge the depth and breadth of the problems associated with drugs and alcohol Believe that most drug and alcohol problems are preventable Accept that colleges and universities have a unique leadership role in addressing these problems. Recognize the most professionals learn on the job. Know about the students who are coming to campus.

46 Action Steps for College Leaders: What Leaders Should Say Talk about the issue. Listen to the professionals who are dealing with drug and alcohol issues and learn from their clinical experience. Insist that a variety of people be involved with this issue. Applaud good work.

47 Action Steps for College Leaders: What Leaders Should Do Ensure that the campus dedicates attention to this issue through the use of a designated coordinator, task force, or commission and that it assesses the effectiveness of its efforts on a regular basis. Make sure that the aims of the campus-based efforts are reasonable, appropriate and achievable. Invest in a range of long-range substance abuse services. Encourage the development of innovative strategies, and then assess them. Ensure that sufficient resources are available. Demonstrate bold leadership by being engaged and caring.

48 VIRGINIA S EFFORTS..over the years

49 Virginia College Alcohol Leadership Council (VA CALC) MISSION STATEMENT The Virginia College Alcohol Leadership Council (VACALC) is a statewide professional affiliation group addressing alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) issues on the college campus. VACALC offers leadership and professional advice regarding the prevention of high risk, hazardous ATOD-related behavior through collaboration, education, support, networking, mentoring, and advocacy. VACALC promotes science-based and innovative strategies to achieve healthier and safer college communities.

50 VA CALC ACTIVITIES CURRENT: Drive-in Workshops Twice Annually Professional Retreat Once/Year On-line Resources Information Fact Sheets IN PROCESS Regional Activities More Information Fact Sheets Training Statewide Data Collection Strategic Planning

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52 Workshop Objectives 1. To understand the nature and scope of drug and alcohol problems and issues currently on campus 2. To gain insights and strategies regarding a range of issues, topics and controversies 3. To understand the importance and components of a comprehensive approach 4. To learn about best practices and other resources 5. To identify opportunities for collaboration and involvement on campus

53 Contact Information David S. Anderson, Ph.D. Professor George Mason University Paige Allen Hawkins, M.Ed. Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist James Madison University