The following information and resources are for the entire SU community to increase their awareness of Alcohol and Drug abuse. 
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                Cheers to You !

A support group for students who are
trying to maintain sobriety or to cut
down on their use their use!

This weekly group meeting is held every Thursday at 1:30 PM and Friday at 11:00 AM in the Wellness Center.
The Wellness Center is located in the Camden House, across the street from the Commons on Camden Avenue. 

This group is a discussion/support group addressing the issues and challenges of students working on drinking and/or drugging issues. Through mutual support, students attempt to build skills and develop individual strategies for living a healthier life.

Please pass this information along to students. The group is "drop in" so no pre-registration is needed. For confidential inquiries, call Student Health Services at 410-543-6262.

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The Lower Shore Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous (LSIAA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.  There are no dues or fees for AA membership. This Website is intended to provide general information regarding Alcoholics Anonymous and to facilitate face-to-face contact between A.A. members and those wishing to learn about the A.A. program of recovery from alcoholism.  Click on the link above to learn more about their services.

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The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines alcohol abuse as having one or more of the following situations happen in 12-month period:

• Continuing to drink even if you are having problems in your relationships that are a result or are contributed to by drinking.

• An ongoing inability to meet work, school, familial or social responsibilities.

• Alcohol related legal problems including DUIs, DWIs, and physically harming yourself or others while drunk.

• Physically endangering yourself or others while drinking.

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Alcohol and Drug Abuse Resources:

Treatment Referral - nationwide drug rehab treatment referrals
Drunk Driving - drunk driving leads to injury and fatalities
Drug Information - important information on illicit drugs and drug use
Alcoholism - learn more about the deadly disease of alcoholism
Mental Health - link to information on mental health centers and treatments
Drug Abuse Treatment - link to effective drug abuse treatment
Drug Rehab Center - info on rehab centers that provide drug treatment care
Rehab Referral - nationwide referral program for rehabs
Drug Interventions - link for family and friends to help their loved ones
Prescription Drugs - more about the effects of abusing prescription drugs
Marijuana Addiction - what you may not know about marijuana addiction
Anxiety Disorders - information on the various types of anxiety disorders
Drug Detox - link to benefits of proper drug detox
12-Step Program - learn about the 12 step recovery process
Drug Abuse - link to information on drug abuse
Teenage Drinking - find out how to know if your teen has started drinking
Eating Disorders - info on signs and symptoms of eating disorders
Alcoholism Info - alcoholism is a treatable disease, find out more here
Prescription Drug Rehab - find treatment for a prescription drug addiction

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Need additional help or reasons why you should quit, HelpGuide.com will answer many of your questions.

Trying to quit Smoking? Want to find out how much you actually spend on cigarettes? The Cost of Smoking Calculator will help you gauge how much you would SAVE if you didn't smoke!

Wicomico County's Alliance To Conquer Tobacco In Our Neighborhoods is a great resources for learning more about how you can take part in improving the health of residents in your neighborhood by preventing and reducing the use of tobacco products.

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Wicomico Health Department "Stop Smoking" Assistance

Date: Thursdays 
Time: 1:00 pm and 5:30 pm
Location: Seth H. Hurdle Health Center, Pinto Conference Room
Contact: Sharon Johnson
Phone:  410-546-5311
There is no fee for this class
 
The Wicomico County Health Department offers FREE Group Support programs, Nicotine Replacement Patches (NRT) or Zyban and Individual Support sessions.

Smoking Cessation Group Support Programs held every Thursday at noon, 108 E. Main St, Pinto Conference Room on the 4th Floor and 5:30 p.m., 108 E. Main St. on the 3rd floor. (Must use entrance at the Market St. parking garage top level for the 5:30 p.m. class).

NRT Patches or Zyban offered to Wicomico County residents who attend support sessions for 10 weeks and obtain and return a signed Medical Clearance Form and prescription for the product. Small fee required. Call 410-546-5311 for more information. Meetings held every Thursday. Click here for more information.

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