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You think…My student is too young to drink
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Average age of first alcohol use is 13
Annually, young people aged 12-20 years old drink 11% of all alcohol consumed in the U.S.
90% is consumed during “binge drinking”
Underage drinkers consume more drinks per drinking session than adult drinkers
THINK AGAIN
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Your student thinks…UNH is a “party school” – let’s get this party started
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Not everyone is drinking College isn’t about partying Drinking doesn’t help make new friends Drinking won’t help you “fit in” There is more to do than party Study hard, play hard doesn’t work
Students who buy into the hype of UNH being a “Party School” are more prone
to drinking
THINK AGAIN! THE PARTY IS NOT THAT BIG
What UNH students say…
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UNH Students Are Choosing Not To Drink
“Don’t do anything stupid, you have too much to loose.” – Ryan‘14
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UNH Students Support Other Wildcats
“You don’t need alcohol to have a good time. Never feel as though you are pressured into doing anything whether it be drinking or doing drugs. If your friends care about you and respect you, then they will support your decisions.”
– Alyssa ‘15
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UNH Students Take Care Of Each Other
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“Be sure to always watch out for your buddy…travel with a trustworthy friend who you can count on when something goes wrong.”
– Nick ‘14
UNH Students Are Making Good Choices
“I am glad I knew that although Freshman year everyone thinks you have to ‘go out’ to truly get the college experience, but I found that the nights ‘in’ were the best ones.”
– Kathleen ‘16
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UNH Students Obey the Law
“Alcohol and underage drinking cause too many problems and drama.” – Ciara ‘18
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UNH Students Practice Low-Risk Drinking
“Think before you act! Weight your consequences and make decisions based on the possible outcomes and whether or not you want to let those outcomes ruin your time at UNH.”
– Alec ’16
(Alec was evicted his first year due to underage drinking in the residence hall)
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Why are UNH students choosing to party?
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WE’VE HEARD IT ALL
More free time Experiencing transition & change Desire to fit in Availability of alcohol Learning more about who they are Experimenting with who they are Taking risks
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Consequences of high-risk drinking in college
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LET’S NOT SUGAR COAT IT Unintentional injuries Illness & possible death from alcohol
poisoning Unsafe sex Sexual assault Academic problems Physical problems Increased risk for suicide & homicide Abuse and dependence
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UNH is committed to creating a campus that supports learning, health & safety
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WHAT WE PROVIDE Clear policies that are enforced Ongoing education Chemical-free living option Supporting students in recovery Engaging educational programs Counseling & support services
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Start the conversation now and continue it…
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Families have a significant influence on college students
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Be honest about your own alcohol & other drugs use
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Ask questions and listen...
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? What are your goals at UNH?
? How will you decide whether or not to drink?
? What if your roommate just wants to party?
? How will you cope with the pressure to drink and use other drugs?
? How will you know when and how to help a friend who has had too much to drink?
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Help your student transition into life at UNH
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TOPIC STARTERS Expectations Balancing academics and social life Legal drinking age is STILL 21 UNH’s commitment to a safe & healthy
campus UNH resources Getting involved
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First 6 Weeks at UNH…
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…can be a little crazy.
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Stay in touch
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Keep the conversation going
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Reinforce positive behaviors
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Share your concerns
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Keep asking questions
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Listen
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Reach out for help, call Health Services.
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HEALTH SERVICES
Medical care & wellness education/counseling services
(603) 862-WELL (9355)
unh.edu/health-services
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