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Violence Prevention |
The Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse and Violence Prevention is one of the nation’s primary resources for colleges and communities as they develop, implement, and evaluate initiatives to reduce student alcohol use, drug use and violence. The Center offers publications, training, and assistance. Visit the resource section of the Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse and Violence Prevention Web site |
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Online Resource Center |
CampusHealthandSafety.org is a Web site for administrators, students, parents, and other professionals who are seeking information about helping students stay healthy and safe, both on campus and in the surrounding community. The resources emphasize a comprehensive public health-based approach to addressing alcohol and other drug use and violence and in promoting mental health among students. Read a feature article about this Web site. |
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Drinking on Campus |
Prepared by the Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse and Violence Prevention, Safe Lanes on Campus describes policies and programs currently being used by campuses throughout the United States to address driving under the influence of alcohol by college students of all ages and alcohol use by college students under the legal drinking age. Read a feature article about and download a copy of Safe Lanes on Campus |
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Sexual Assault Study |
EDC and the University of Cincinnati conducted the first comprehensive investigation of how the nation’s institutions of higher education comply with the federal regulations concerning student allegations of rape and sexual assault, and preventing its occurrence. The study, based on findings from 2,438 institutions of higher education, found substantial problems with prevention programming, reporting policies, and adjudication practices at colleges and universities across the country. Read a feature article about and download a copy of the campus sexual assault study |
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College Suicide Prevention |
Promoting Mental Health and Preventing Suicide in College and University Settings, published by EDC's Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC), summarizes what is known about suicidal behavior among college students and recommends strategies to promote mental health and prevent suicide on campuses. The paper reflects the views of experts in the field of suicide prevention and proposes a blueprint for planning a comprehensive program. Read a feature article about this publication, which includes a link to download it Visit the Suicide Prevention Resource Center Web site The Spark is an e-newsletter created by SPRC that highlights issues and challenges in suicide prevention. The October 2004 (volume 1, issue 2) issue is devoted to college suicide prevention. Read a copy of The Spark |
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Tobacco Use Prevention |
The College Tobacco Prevention Resource is devoted to helping colleges and universities plan, implement and evaluate efforts to reduce tobacco use among students. Launched in 2003, the site contains facts about college tobacco use, strategies for comprehensive tobacco prevention, recommended steps for taking action on campus, case studies, glossary and links, and frequently asked questions. Read a feature article about and visit the College Tobacco Prevention Resource Web site |
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