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Substance & Alcohol Abuse Information & Resources

Alcohol

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Alcohol and depression go hand in hand. Many people don’t realize that alcohol is a depressant, and those with depression should not drink alcohol. Alcohol temporarily blunts the effects of stress hormones. It typically leaves you feeling worse than ever because it depresses the brain and nervous system. One study looked at people who consumed one drink a day. After three months abstinence, their scores on standard depression inventories improved. {The Brain, "You Can Control Your Emotional Wellness," USA WEEKEND, Jan. 3, 1999, Jim Thorton, health reporter}

Alcohol: How Much is too Much?
What is a Drink?

Do you Have a Problem?

How to Help a Friend

Effects of Alcohol on your Health and Life

Types of Alcohol Related Problems

Help Yourself or Find Help

Related Links and Resources

2010-2011 Open Speaker Meetings
Meetings open to students, faculty, staff, and community. Come and share your story of alcohol recovery or hear others share theirs. These meetings are great for those that aren’t sure about Alcoholic’s Anonymous meetings and who might want to try something different first.

All open speaker meetings take place on Thursdays, ACES office, 6:00 pm.

For more information about screenings, Open Speaker Meetings, or information provided by ACES (Alcohol Campus Educational Services) please visit www.gvsu.edu/counsel or www.gvsu.edu/aces

 

For information on assessments or referrals, for youself or a dependent, please contact Encompass at (616) 459-9180 or www.encompass.us.com

For information on dealing with the struggle of alcoholism in your family, visit Al-Anon for understanding and encouragement.