November Issue
Campus Wellness
at Pacific University
Sex, Drugs
and
Alcohol
WHAT IS HAPPENING THIS MONTH
Nov. 4: 8:00 Stress Relief Workshop
Nov. 13: WELLY VIDEO SUBMISSIONS DUE TO
CAMPUS WELLNESS (e-mail to wellness@pacificu.edu)
Nov. 24: Campus Wellness Thanksgiving Potluck
SOCIAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS 255
Registration for Spring 2016 is here and you can register for this course
being held on MWF 10:30-11:35. This course introduces students to a
variety of wellness topics related to health education, including: alcohol
and other drugs, healthy relationship promotion, sexual and relationship violence prevention, stress management, and other relevant health
issues. Further, this course prepares the student for an active role as a
peer health educator through developing knowledge and skills requisite
to providing individual and community-based peer health education,
fostering a healthy campus culture, and empowering positive change.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Safe Drinking Tips .. 2
Safe Drinking Tips .. 3
Dangerous Drinking
Signs & How to
Respond ................. 4
Know the Law ......... 5
Party Tips ................ 6
Party Tips ................ 7
Alcohol and Sex ...... 8
Break the Stress ...... 9
Look Back…………..10
SAFE DRINKING TIPS:
1) Eat First. If you eat a big m eal of fr ied chicken or pizza before you drink, the alcohol will be absorbed slowly, your
BAC (blood alcohol content) will remain low, and you will not become intoxicated quickly. Drinking on an empty stomach will
make BAC rise very quickly and you may well pass out or suffer a
blackout. And what is the fun of a party which you cannot even
remember? Note: eating after you have drunk has little or no effect.
2) Be well hydrated. M ake cer tain th at you dr in k plen ty
of water before you start drinking any alcohol. Alcohol is a diuretic and it will cause you to become dehydrated. The more alcohol you drink, the thirstier you feel. Having plenty of water in
your system will keep you from feeling thirsty and you will drink
more slowly. Drinking slowly is the best way to enjoy alcohol and
avoid blacking out or passing out.
The Substance
Abuse and Mental
Health Services Administration
(SAMHSA), which
conducts the annual National Survey
on Drug Use and
Health (NSDUH),
defines binge
drinking as drinking 5 or more alcoholic drinks on the
same occasion on at
least 1 day in the
past 30 days.
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3) Plan your transportation. Never dr ive to a dr in kin g
event. The most sensible thing is to leave your car keys at home.
Walking or using public transportation is the most sensible thing.
If you drink at a friend's house you may even arrange to sleep
over and leave when you are sober in the morning. Do not drink
on impulse when your only means of getting home is driving. If
you plan to ride use public transportation it is a good idea to travel with a friend for added safety.
4) Travel in pairs. It is alw ays a good idea to have a good
friend at your side when you participate in a drinking event.
5) Schedule your drinking. P lan to abstain fr om alco hol
when you have important things to do the next day. The party is
not worth blowing your final exam. Too many drinking days in
the semester can take away valuable time needed for school
works--so planning and scheduling your drinking days is an important priority.
6) Choose Your Drink. If you ten d to get in toxicated easily then you might want to be very careful about what you choose
to drink. Stay away from the shots--stick with beer or wine. Jello
shots have a danger of going down too quickly and can lead to
blackouts and nasty bouts of vomiting. Beer bongs are another
good thing to avoid as they make people drink too fast. Drinks
made with diet soda are absorbed more quickly than those made
with regular soda. The whole idea is to slow down the pace of the
drinking and enjoy it--not to black out, pass out, or vomit. Some
people even add ice to their white wine to slow them down.
Which leads us to the next point:
SAFE DRINKING TIPS CONTINUED
7) Alternate Drinks. Alter n atin g alco holic dr in ks w ith n on -alcoholic
drinks can do a lot to help slow down the rate of your alcohol consumption.
Follow a real beer with an NA beer then a real one then an NA and so on. Or
order a glass of water with your glass of wine and sip from both. In between
each rum and coke drink a plain coke. Slow down and enjoy more.
8) Don't Drink Your Age. A n ew fad has em er ged at bir thday par ties--drinking one shot for each year of your life. This can be fatal. Drinking a
large number of shots in rapid succession can lead to alcohol poisoning.
Don't try drinking your age--slow down and enjoy the alcohol. Don't ask your
friends to drink their age either. Giving someone a case of alcohol poisoning
is definitely bad form even if they survive. It can be criminal if they don't.
9) Coffee won't sober you up. The id ea that co ffee w ill sober you
up is pure myth. The body metabolizes approximately one standard drink per
hour until the alcohol is out of your system. Drinking coffee may make you
more wakeful--but it will not make you fit to drive. The only thing that will
sober you up is time.
10) Drinking At Home. Dr in kin g at hom e w ith your r oom m ates o r
friends you have invited over avoids the pitfalls of going out. Just be careful
that it does not become a habit which interferes with schoolwork. If you
drink at home be extra careful to schedule it in well.
11) Take Your Vitamins. Alcohol depletes vitam in s fr o m your system--particularly B1. If you drink then it is a good idea to take your vitamins
every day. A lack of B1 can lead to all sorts of unpleasant things including
beriberi and neural degeneration.
12) Get Support. P eer pr essur e to par ty hear ty all the tim e can be
a lot to deal with, but if you can find a like-minded friend to support you in
safe and sane drinking by all means do so. If you need more support than you
can find immediately around you, Campus Wellness, who can provide such
support.
http://www.hamsnetwork.org/students/
If you are unsure if you have a problem and are not ready to
talk to someone about your concerns take these surveys:
AlcoholScreening.org
DrugScreening.org
If you have questions email wellness@pacificu.edu or call:
503-352-CARE
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WHAT DANGEROUS DRINKING LOOKS
LIKE:


Cold, clammy,
pale or bluish
skin: hypothermia
Vomiting while
“sleeping” and
not waking


Unconscious
or semiconscious and
cannot be
awakened
Irregular
breathing
If you need help after noticing dangerous drinking contact your RA or CPS:
Campus Public Safety: (503) 352-2230
RA South Side: (971) 275-2027
RA North Side: (971) 275-2058
If you don’t want to drink
alcohol but still want a drink
try some fun mocktail recipes:
Sparkling
Pineapple:
Ingredients:
1 cup Sprite
1/2 cup pineapple juice
2 tbsp. Grenadine syrup
Ice cubes
Methods:
Put ice cubes in glass then
pour in this order: pineapple
juice, Sprite, then Grenadine
syrup. And Enjoy!
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU NOTICE DANGEROUS
DRINKING:
If someone passes out, roll him/her onto
their side with their knees bent to prevent
choking in case they vomit, and monitor
their breathing to be sure it is normal. Do
not leave the person alone!
If a person’s breathing is irregular (more
than 8 seconds between breaths or 13 or
fewer breaths per minute), or they are unresponsive or unable to be awakened, roll
him/her onto their side with knees bent
and call 9-1-1. If the person is not breathing, immediately after dialing 9-1-1, roll
the person on their back and begin C.P.R.
http://www.health.msstate.edu/bully_choices/resources/files/
safe_party_tips.pdf
KNOW THE LAWS
Oregon Laws on providing alcohol to persons under
21…
1. ORS 471.410(2) Furnishing alcohol to a minor No person shall sell, give or make alcohol available to a minor. A parent or legal guardian may provide alcohol to their minor child in a private residence as long as the parent is with the minor child.
If you illegally provide alcohol to a minor, or provide
alcohol to an adult that you know will make it available to a minor, you will receive a criminal citation.
(Class A Misdemeanor)
2. ORS 471.410(3) Controlling an area where minors are permitted to consume alcohol It is illegal
for someone exercising control over private real
property to allow any person under 21 to consume
alcohol on the property in your presence. It is also
illegal to allow any person under age 21 to remain
on the property if they have consumed alcohol. Private real property may include a hotel room, camp
site, or any rented/leased location. The only exception is for your own minor child(ren). If you control
an area where minors consume alcohol, you will
receive a criminal citation. (Criminal Violation)
Don’t mix
medication and
alcohol!
Many prescription and overthe-counter
(like
antihistamines)
medications are
not compatible
with alcohol.
Use extreme
caution if you
are on any
medication and
wish to drink.
For more information see: http://www.oregon.gov/
olcc/docs/publications/
oregons_alcohol_laws_and_minors.pdf
http://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/471.410
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PARTY PLANNING TIPS
Parties can
be fun
ways to get
together
with
friends.
They can
also get out
of hand
really
quickly.
Here are
some tips
to hosting a
fun, safe,
and
successful
party.
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Who is invited?
Know who you want to come to your party and who is not invited.
Also know how many people you invited and expect to attend.
Be aware of the fact that your friends might bring other friends.
It will be helpful to know how many people can fit in your intended party space safely. An overcrowded space can present a
danger to guests. It could also bother your neighbors if the party
is spilling out into the yard. If more people come than you expected, know how many are there, who they are, and even how
old they are. If guests are making anyone in the party uncomfortable you may need to ask them to leave. Remember that you
are responsible for your guests and everything that happens at
the party.
Themes
Do you have a theme in mind? Themes can be a fun way to get
people to dress up and be more involved. They can also make it
easier to plan the party. All the decorations and music can follow
this theme. Know that the kind of music you have at your party
sets the mood and atmosphere. If you have loud, thumping music your guests are more likely to be rowdy and loud.
Will There Be Alcohol?
This is why knowing how old your guests are is important. If you
plan on having any friends over who are under 21 years old,
there should not be alcohol at the party. If guests bring alcohol
to a party with people under 21 and they are caught; everyone at
the party is at fault.
Encourage people to be responsible! Keep an eye out for anyone who might have had too much to drink. Be the one that
hands them a glass of water instead of another alcoholic beverage. If anyone is showing signs of alcohol poisoning get help immediately. Everyone’s health and safety is more important than
getting in trouble.
Where Will You Have the Party?
No matter where you have your party, it is important to think
about the people who might be affected by it. Notifying neighbors in advance that you have plans and giving them your number is a good way to let them be prepared, and to contact you if
they need to. This way, they can call you instead of the police
about a complaint.
Notifying any roommates you have is also just as important.
Make sure all of your roommates are okay with you throwing a
party in your shared space. If they are interested, involve them
in the planning so they feel informed on what is going on.
If you have the party on campus it is very important to contain your party to
the space. Be aware of how many people are allowed to be in the room, and
do not invite more than that. Also be aware of the quiet hours (SundayThursday 10:00pm-7:00am, Friday-Saturday 12:00am-8:00am) and make
sure your guests understand that at these times the noise levels need to be
lowered.
Always have Alternative Food and Drinks
If you are going to have alcohol, make sure there are alternative drinks and
snacks. Not everyone who attends may want to drink and having other beverages gives them options. Fun drinks could include sodas with flavored
syrups like a Roy Rogers (Coca Cola and Cherry Syrup) or a Shirley Temple
(Sprite and Cherry Syrup). Giving people other options also makes them
feel less pressured to drink if they do not want to. Always have water available: especially if there is alcohol at the party.
Plan Your Party
Know exactly how long you want it to last and stick with it. Inform your
guests of this timeline so it isn’t hard to finish the party at the end of the
night. It is also beneficial to have a general plan for what you want to happen at our party. Some time may be set aside for socializing, some for playing a few games, and some for watching a movie. Have an idea of what you
want to happen. Parties without plans often fall apart.
Depending on your intended mood and activities, it would be good to move
breakable items away from where guests will be. If the party is crowded it is
easy for thinks to fall and break. Keep your party contained. Do not let people hang out outside and in front of your intended location. If you are hosting
a party out of your house you can attract a lot of negative attention. Neighbors will be more likely to call the police, even when nothing is wrong. If a
complaint is made about your party the police can come and disperse it;
even if no one was drinking.
Safety Tips
Have emergency numbers readily available in case anything happens. Look
out for alcohol poisoning if there is alcohol. Don’t let guests who have been
drinking drive after your party. Help them arrange for a ride home. If you
feel comfortable, let them sleep at your house until morning.
After the Party
It is good to clean up soon after the party. Make sure not to leave remnants
in your yard. It is also nice to follow up with your guests, make sure they got
home safely, and thank them for coming. Go to your neighbors and thank
them. If anything about your party bothered them openly listen to their concerns and/or advice. This could help you to have better parties in the future
that do not negatively affect your surrounding neighbors.
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“Drug-facilitated sexual assault occurs when
alcohol or drugs are
used to compromise an
individual’s ability to
consent to sexual activity” (RAINN)
“Alcohol is the most
commonly used substance in drugfacilitated sexual assault.” (RAINN)
“Nearly 500,000 incidents between intimates involve offenders who have been
drinking” (NCAAD)
“75% of all acquaintance rapes involve alcohol and/or
drugs” (FRIS)
“2/3 of victims who
were attacked by an
intimate partner
(including a current or
former spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend)
reported that alcohol
had been involved.” (NCAAD)
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ALCOHOL AND SEX
Assault: Mor e
than 690,000 students between the
ages of 18 and 24 are
assaulted by another
student who has
been drinking.
Sexual Abuse:
More than 97,000
students between the
ages of 18 and 24 are
victims of alcoholrelated sexual assault or date rape.
ALCOHOL IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO GET
CONSENT
“Some victims blame themselves for drinking too much at a party or putting themselves in a potentially dangerous situation. It’s
important to remember that if a sexual assault occurs under
these circumstances, IT IS STILL NOT YOUR FAULT. The blame
falls on the perpetrator who took advantage of you.” (RAINN)
If you drink and are planning on having sex remember consent
is: VERBAL, CONTINUOUS, NON-COERCED, MUTUAL,
and VOLUNTARY
Being drunk or “blacked out” is not an excuse to commit a
sexual assault. Under Pacific’s consent policy if a person is intoxicated they cannot give consent: http://www.pacificu.edu/
about-us/offices/student-conduct/student-handbook/sexualmisconduct-policy
BOXER BREATHERS
The Student Counseling Center
wants to welcome you to join us at
Boxer Breather a weekly drop-in
group to help students learn new
skills, strategies, and ideas to increase your ability to cope with
stress and to improve your overall
wellness. We will be at UC Boxer
Pause every Wednesday from 2-3
to teach new skills, and you can
attend as often or as little as you
want. Look forward to seeing you
there!
BODY IMAGE
About 91% of women feel unhappy
with their bodies and resort to dieting to reach their ideal body and
58% of college-aged girls feel
pressure to be a certain weight.
For that reason, female students
are invited to join the Body Project; a group aimed at helping
young women feel better about
their bodies. Attend four one-hour
classes designed to improve body
image. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a research study about the Body Project. The Meetings are Tuesday
evenings between
October 27th-November 17th
For more information, email Campus Wellness at: wellness@pacificu.edu, or Kathleen
Converse at kathleenconverse@pacificu.edu
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WHAT HAPPENED IN OCTOBER?
Tabling: Cam pus W ellness tabled to give infor m ation about
healthy relationships and warning signs of unhealthy relationships. We
also planted red flags along the quad to highlight the warning signs of
unhealthy relationships.
One Love Workshop: Founded in 2010 to h onor the m em or y
of Yeardley Love, One Love works with students to educate, empower,
and activate campus communities in a movement to end relationship
violence. Check out our red flags of relationship violence in the quad
Halloween Booth: Students fish ed for tr eats th at included
condoms, tips on safe drinking, definitions of consent and the need for
it, and candy
Bystander Intervention Workshops: Dance and Ch eer , Softball, Soccer, Swimming, and Volleyball all participated in these workshops this past month. If you want Campus Wellness to come give
a presentation to your club/group/team/friends e-mail us
at wellness@pacificu.edu to schedule a workshop!
Campus Wellness at
Pacific University
Location: Clark 124
E-mail:
wellness@pacificu.edu
Phone: 503-352-2273
Student Counseling
Center
Located next to Bates
House
Phone: (503)-352-2191.