It also aligns with the university's mental health campaign, VT Better Together. The guide is just one example of the multiple and multi-faceted resources related to well-being at Virginia Tech. Alcohol is the guide’s primary focus, but it also includes information about cannabis, which is now legal in Virginia, but is prohibited on Virginia Tech's campuses per federal law. “We wanted to create a guide that would help parents navigate these important discussions and encourage them to maintain an ongoing dialog throughout the year.”Īlong with conversation tips, the guide includes information about state laws and campus policies, facts about the use of alcohol and other drugs among college students, and a variety of campus resources available to students. “Having an open and honest conversation with students about substance use can be challenging or feel awkward, especially if this is your first time talking with them about these topics,” LeDuc said. As a part of this mission, LeDuc and other members of Hokie Wellness’ Alcohol and Other Drugs team recently developed a family guide for having these important discussions. Hokie Wellness aims to foster a heathier Virginia Tech community by providing prevention services, education, and resources to students and employees.
“Their families’ beliefs, values, and norms are often the most influential factors in reducing students’ risk for developing drinking and other substance misuse problems.” “There’s a ton of research, specifically related to alcohol, that says having conversations before students even get to college actually decreases their risk for high-risk drinking behaviors,” said Ashley LeDuc, associate director with Hokie Wellness. Timing can be critical when it comes to talking with new college students about substance use.
0 kommentar(er)
