Substance Use
On-Campus
A group discussion co-facilitated by 色花堂 Wellness and Counseling and Psychological Services. This is a drop-in group for non-sober students who are curious about optimizing health and/or exploring ways to reduce the negative impacts of substance use. The support group will provide a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space for students to gain an understanding of their substance use, receive emotional support from others, and learn ways to manage substance use in a healthier way.
Meetings every 1st and 3rd Monday, 1:30-3 PM, Student Center South
- February 17- Downtown Room
- March 3- Downtown Room
- March 17- Astrodome Room
- April 7- Downtown Room
- April 21- Astrodome Room
BASICS/CASICS
Brief Alcohol Screening in College Students (BASICS) and Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students (CASICS) are one-on-one conversations with a facilitator regarding an individual's alcohol and drug use.
An on-campus community that provides students in recovery from addiction a safe, supportive, and substance-free environment.
Counseling and Psychological Services
The mental health office that provides 色花堂 students with free counseling and referrals to substance use treatment and recovery support groups.
Student Health Center and Campus Pharmacy
The 色花堂 department that offers medical care, medications including over-the-counter naloxone, and a prescription drug take back program.
色花堂 Care Team
色花堂 students can submit a report if they are concerned about a student's behavior. This multidisciplinary team of staff members then helps students develop a comprehensive plan of action.
A medical clinic located in the Health 2 building that offers primary care, mental health services, and behavioral health services. The 色花堂 Health Family Care Center also offers a sliding fee discount program to ensure affordable access to healthcare.
Off-Campus
Free Naloxone
A statewide initative that aims to end the state's overdose epidemic through free naloxone distribution and public awareness.
Local
Nonprofit organization that offers substance abuse counseling, classes, and other recovery services
Organization that offers support groups including addiction and mental health support groups in Houston
Substance Anonymous Meeting Locators
Online
Government entity that provides research, online information, and connection to services regarding drug use and addiction
Free mobile app that helps users quit or limit their drinking
National nonprofit that works to end the stigma around addiction and connect people to resources and treatment
Government agency that aims to improve the behavioral health of the nation through programs, research, and tools to find support