Are you escaping reality in not-so-healthy ways? MyEscape will help you determine if you are involved in behaviors that could put you at risk for health complications now or in the future, and professionals who can help you if you have questions about the effects of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
ASSESSMENTS & SURVEYS
e-CHUG
Have you ever wondered how many calories or how much money you really spend on alcohol? The electronic Check-Up to Go (e-CHUG) is a brief self-assessment that provides you with accurate, detailed and personalized feedback on your use of alcohol, and specific information and helpful resources in the KU community.
eXhale Project
Assess your knowledge about harmful tobacco smoke and whether your health is at risk.
MyEscape ARTICLES
- NEW! Trends in Prescription Drug Abuse
With all the stressors of college life, some students choose to use drugs to escape the pressures of classes, relationships, or work. While marijuana, alcohol, and tobacco products are commonly used more and more Americans are turning to prescription drugs. Seemingly ‘safe’ because they are approved by the FDA and are legal to use with a valid prescription, the non-medical use of prescription drugs can have serious side effects.
Before considering misusing a prescription or taking someone else’s prescribed medication consider the motivation: to study better, or longer? To achieve a buzz or high? To sleep or be in a state of semi-conscience? Revaluating workloads – both work and school – having realistic expectations of yourself, and having a plan for managing stress can help avoid use of some drugs. And, as always, practicing living a healthy lifestyle which includes getting plenty of sleep, exercise, and eating a balanced diet will help.
- Know the Signs of Alcohol Poisoning
- ADD Medication Abuse
- Alcohol - Myth or Fact?
- Mocktails - delicious alternatives to alcoholic drinks.
Here are direct links to information about the most common illegal drugs:
Cocaine: www.dea.gov/concern/cocaine.html
Heroin: www.dea.gov/concern/heroin.html
Methamphetamine: www.dea.gov/concern/meth.html
Marijuana: www.dea.gov/concern/marijuana.html
Inhalants: www.dea.gov/concern/inhalants.html
Ecstasy (MDMA): www.dea.gov/concern/mdma.html
LSD: www.dea.gov/concern/lsd.html
Steroids: www.dea.gov/concern/steroids.html
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