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Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery

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Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery

Providing tools, training, and technical assistance to campus professionals working to address collegiate substance misuse across the continuum.

11/04/2025

Join us on November 19 from 2–3 p.m. ET for our next webinar featuring Christina Freibott, PhD, from Boston University School of Public Health. Dr. Freibott will explore risk factors, evidence-based prevention strategies, relevant policies, and the intersection of opioid misuse with college student mental health. Register today and learn more about student well-being and collegiate opioid prevention efforts!

https://buff.ly/LajIv3S

10/31/2025

Protective behavioral strategies for alcohol use (PBSA) are generally associated with reduced drinking and fewer negative consequences. A recent study found that both heavy alcohol users and risky drinkers reported significantly fewer total PBSA and all subtypes (manner of drinking, stopping/limiting drinking, serious harm reduction) compared to their non-heavy/non-risky counterparts, along with more alcohol-related negative consequences. Additionally, males used fewer PBSA than females across both drinking patterns. These findings highlight the need for targeted harm reduction interventions for college students engaging in heavy or risky drinking.

https://buff.ly/jnK4WTn

10/30/2025

Kick off the 2025 Cannabis Symposium with Dr. Kathryn Gex from the Medical University of South Carolina!

Join us on December 4 at 11:00 AM ET for the opening session, Pathways to Balance: Helping Students Reassess Their Relationship with Cannabis.

In this session, Dr. Gex will explore the evolving relationship between college students and cannabis—why they use it, how it impacts them, and what strategies can promote healthier outcomes.

Whether you're involved in prevention, education, or student support, this is a valuable opportunity to deepen your understanding of cannabis use in collegiate settings.

Don’t miss this insightful start to the symposium!

https://buff.ly/ppHJlZM

10/16/2025

There’s still time to register for the 2025 National Meeting happening next week! Join us in Columbus, Ohio or participate virtually to connect with professionals and leaders dedicated to advancing prevention, recovery, and wellness in higher education. Don’t miss this opportunity—secure your spot today: https://buff.ly/p2fMpXt

10/13/2025

A recent study examining the motives and experiences of opioid use among young adults found that the most commonly reported reasons for use were enhancement (e.g., seeking fun or excitement) and coping (e.g., alleviating worries or negative emotions), followed by social motives. Participants reported that opioids enabled them to avoid emotional distress while maintaining their daily activities and appearing functional. Many individuals perceived prescription opioids, particularly those in pill form, as safer than other substances due to their medical origins. Some participants emphasized that accessibility and environmental availability, rather than the unique effects of opioids, were the primary factors driving their use. These findings highlight the need for prevention strategies that target coping and enhancement motives, along with educational interventions to address misconceptions about the safety of prescription opioids.

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10/08/2025

A recent study of 3,248 college students from six universities reveals a complex relationship between loneliness and substance use on campus. While students who drink alcohol report lower loneliness levels, with heavier drinkers experiencing even less loneliness, the research found that lonely students face significantly more alcohol- and cannabis-related negative consequences. Greek-affiliated students showed higher substance use rates but paradoxically reported lower loneliness than their non-Greek peers. The findings highlight that while alcohol may temporarily reduce feelings of isolation, loneliness remains a key risk factor for developing substance-related problems. These results underscore the need for targeted interventions addressing loneliness among college students, particularly those experiencing substance-related consequences.

https://buff.ly/qvbC67A

09/24/2025

Cannabis use among young adults continues to increase, and perceived accessibility has consistently been identified as a key factor explaining both initiation and continued use. A recent study analyzed prevalence and perceived accessibility across different cannabis product types and found that smoking was the most common product type, followed by va**ng, edibles, and other products, with approximately one-quarter reporting multiple product use. Most participants perceived smoking, va**ng, and edibles as easily accessible, and this pattern was particularly pronounced among past-year users, those with cannabis use during 12th grade, respondents residing in states with recreational legalization, and full-time four-year college students.

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09/23/2025

Join us on October 1st at 2 p.m. ET for an insightful session, exploring artificial intelligence, the values it reflects, and the ethical considerations of using AI in prevention and recovery work. Led by Dr. Kimberly Boulden from the University at Buffalo and Sydney Cheifetz from SAFE Project, this session will delve into the future of AI and its potential impact on the fields of recovery and prevention. Walk away with practical insights and the confidence to assess AI use in your field!

https://buff.ly/MO2paIo

09/19/2025

According to recent study findings from 403 college students, over 70% of college students engage in daytime drinking (before 4 PM), which accounts for 15% of all drinking occasions. Students who drink during daytime hours consume 31% more alcohol and are significantly more likely to engage in high-risk drinking behaviors compared to evening-only drinkers. Furthermore, frequent daytime drinking serves as a strong predictor of escalating alcohol problems, with these students showing substantially greater increases in hazardous drinking scores at 12-month follow-up. These findings highlight the importance of early identification and intervention for daytime drinking behaviors in college populations.

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09/11/2025

There is still time to register for the upcoming learning collaborative featuring Mitch Schutte from the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Join Mitch as he explores the negative effects social media has on student mental health, identifies evidence-based interventions, and explores how they can be implemented on college campuses to reduce negative impacts of addictive social media behaviors. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the impacts of social media on mental health and evidence-based interventions to reduce harm!

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09/10/2025

Join us for our upcoming learning collaborative featuring Dr. Jeremiah Weinstock from Saint Louis University. Tune in as Dr. Weinstock discusses the shifting landscape of gambling opportunities available to college students, how they interact with risk factors associated with gambling-related harm, and treatment for individuals who are experiencing gambling-related harm. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about college student gambling risk factors, harm, and treatment approaches!

https://buff.ly/YdNIRmk

09/08/2025

Register today for our upcoming learning collaborative featuring Laci Whipple, LPC from Boise State University. Join us as Laci discusses the neurobiological and psychological mechanisms linking eating disorders with behavioral addictions, evaluates the treatments for eating disorders versus addiction treatment, and identify community-based recovery strategies for college campus settings. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of how eating disorders and behavioral addictions intersect, and learn practical, community-based strategies to support recovery on college campuses!

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1947 N College Road
Columbus, OH
43210

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://hecaod.osu.edu/

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