COUNSELING & SPORT PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES - SUBSTANCE ABUSE EVALUATION/TREATMENT
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Substance abuse refers to the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs. Over time, individuals may become dependent or addicted to a substance. This means that the individual demonstrates several behavioral, mental, and physical symptoms that may include a strong desire to take the drug, difficulties in controlling use of the drug, persisting in its use despite harmful consequences, increased tolerance for the drug and sometimes a physical withdrawal when the drug is stopped.
The primary goal of substance use counseling is to prevent student-athletes from experiencing the negative and often life changing effects of a substance use disorder. Additionally, the mission of the Counseling and Sport Psychology Services office is to provide education on the physical, psychological, social, ethical, NCAA-related and legal consequences of banned drugs of abuse, including alcohol.
If you think you have a problem in this area, or just have a few questions or concerns, confidential counseling is here to help.
