Key Messages
If you choose to drink or use marijuana:
Understand: How these substances work, the effects on your health, the risks, the legal consequences
Reflect: On your reasons for using, on your options, it's your choice
Plan: Practice low-risk strategies for safer use and to reduce harm
Did You Know?
74%
of BC students set a limit on their drinking prior to going out as a result of taking Alcohol.edu
25%
of the student population are committed abstainers from alcohol use
85%
of students believe that campus is concerned about prevention of alcohol use
Listen
Hear from an Expert
"Changing a Nation's Drinking Culture"
Adam MacDonald
Hear from a BC student
"I Used to be a Power Ranger"
by Jerry Luk '18
HealthPods
"Alcohol @ BC"
Do
Keep track of how much you drink by counting "standard drinks"
Set a drinking limit near or below a BAC of .05
Use a buddy system and have a plan in mind before attending an event
Avoid using alcohol with any prescription or stimulant drugs
Space your drinks over time
Never leave drinks unattended
Alternate alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
Eat before and while you are drinking
Be cautious when drinking liquor or mixed drinks due to their potency
Mix and measure your own drinks
Use this tip card to try a new strategy next time you choose to drink:
Stop by Gasson 013 to choose your personal BAC card. Use this card to monitor your drinking over the next 2 weeks and see how you feel.
Afterwards, reflect on that experience. Check the Guide to Boston or CAB for fun social alternatives.
The Office of Health Promotion frequently hosts events, including documentary screenings and alcohol screening events. Check out our events calendar for more information.
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