Myth : That
" Everyone Drinks "
Perception Vs Reality
in the past 30 days...
the perception is
94.7%
of UI undergrads
drink
in reality,
71.5%
of UI undergrads
drink
What is high
risk drinking?
high risk drinking is a pattern of drinking that increases the likelihood of injury or harmful behaviors
4 drinks
an occasion
for women
5 drinks
an occasion
for men
What is a
standard drink
in fact,
the majority of UI
undergrads don't engage
in high risk drinking!
one standard drink contains
roughly 14 grams of pure alcohol
12oz
of beer
with
5%
alcohol
content
5oz
of wine
with
12%
alcohol
content
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permanent brain damage
or death
behavior and mood changes, aggression,
or lack of restraint
incoordination and slurred speech
irregular
heart beat
less or equal to 8 breaths per minute
suppressed nervous and respiratory systems
dehydration
no bladder control
clammy, blue-tinged, or pale skin
erectile
dysfunction
unconscious and vomiting
the person cannot be roused
seizures
low body
temperature
Effects from high
risk drinking
Seek immediate medical
attention if you see any of
the following symptoms...
High Risk Drinking
increases the
likelihood
of engaging in
dangerous or
harmful behavior
52.3%
of males reported similarly
My cup is
not my
consent
RVAP.org
using alcohol
to get sex is
sexual assault!
61.7%
of females reported that the alleged perpetrator of sexual violence had been using alcohol and/or drugs
Driving under the influence
13.9%
of UI undergrads report drinking and driving under the influence
1,825
college students between the ages of 18-24 die from alcohol-related injuries, including motor vehicle crashes
Academic problems
and student drinking
1 / 4
college students report academic consequences from drinking
falling behind
in class
&
doing poorly on exams and/or grades overall
&
missing class
Healthy
Strategies
For Those Who Choose To Drink -- Suggestions to reduce risk from drinking
- Hold a mixed drink/cup instead of consuming alcohol
- Avoid mixing energy/caffeinated beverages with alcohol
- Avoid situations where alcohol is present or you are likely to drink. Identify alternative activities instead of partying.
- Space drinks over time
- Tell someone about your plan to change your drinking behavior
- Keep track of how many drinks you have had; pay attention to serving sizes
- Decide what days you will not drink alcohol
- Arrive at the party late and/or leave early
- Set a limit on the amount of money you will spend when you go out/leave ATM card at home
- Drink slowly
- Avoid pre-gaming
Campus
Resources
Student Wellness
319-335-8394
University Counseling Service
319-335-7294
UI Police Department
319-335-5022
Office of the Sexual Misconduct Response Coordinator
319-335-6200
Rape Victim Advocacy Program
24 Hour Crisis Line: 800-228-1625
CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank
Crisis Phone/Text: 1-855-325-4296
Local Crisis Line: 319-351-0140
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
24 Hour Crisis Line: