problems , sleep problems , and increases the risks of high blood sugar , diabetes , weight gain , and withdrawal systems such as insomnia , weakness , and nausea if use is reduced or stopped . As a dependency on the drug increases , cravings , anxiety , or panic are common if the user is unable to get more .
Opioids and morphine derivatives : Generally referred to as painkillers , these drugs contain opium or opium-life substances and are used to relieve pain . Some well-known brand names are OxyContin , Demerol , Tylenol with Codeine , and Dilaudid .
Short-term effects include : Drowsiness , slowed breathing , constipation , unconsciousness , nausea , and coma .
Long-term effects include : Dependence , addiction , tolerance , and withdrawal system such as restlessness , muscle and bone pain , insomnia , diarrhea , vomiting , and cold flashes if use is reduced or stopped .
Stimulants : A class of drugs intended to increase energy and alertness but which also increases blood pressure , heart rate , and breathing . Some well-known brand names are Ritalin , Concerta , Biphetamine , and Dexedrine .
Short-term effects include : Exhaustion , apathy , and depression . It is the immediate and lasting exhaustion that quickly leads the stimulant user to want the drug again and soon they are not trying to get “ high but rather trying to get “ well ” – to feel any energy at all .
Long-term effects include : Addiction , hostility , paranoia , high body temperatures , and irregular heartbeat .
Antidepressants : Psychiatric drugs that are supposed to manage depression . Some well-known brand names are Prozac , Paxil , Celexa , Zoloft , Effexor , and Remeron .
Short-term and long-term effects : Insomnia , irritability , nervousness and anxiety , violent thoughts and actions , agitation , suicidal thoughts or suicide , tremors , hostility , sweating , irregular heartbeat , aggression , criminal behavior , confusion and incoherent thoughts , paranoia , hallucinations , psychosis , akathisia .
At Gwynedd Mercy University , our alcohol and other drug services program is based on a model of care focused on prevention , early intervention and education . We offer a holistic approach to health and well-being that is grounded in current research with evidencedbased health and mental health interventions . Incorporating R . A . I . S . E ( Reducing Alcohol Incidents through Student Education ) into our program supports our efforts to foster a healthy social and residential environment through education and programs . Additionally , R . A . I . S . E . seeks to correct the misperceptions of alcohol use on college campuses , mainly through a frequent social norms campaign .
Our AOD / R . A . I . S . E . Counselor provides a range of services for the University community that includes : social norming information , outreach , assessment , education and referrals to community providers . The services provided are conducted on a voluntary basis or may be required as part of the judicial process . All university services are offered at no additional charge to students . However , you may incur a cost if evaluations and / or treatment are required to be received by a community-based provider .
Counselor / AOD Coordinator
Range of Sanctions Gwynedd Mercy University considers certain violations of its code as particularly egregious in nature and seriously detrimental to the health and safety of its community . The table below outlines the range of sanctions that may be imposed upon students who are found responsible for violating specific provisions of the Gwynedd Mercy University Student Code of Conduct , and may not be the only sanctions issued . Each student will be sanctioned individually according to the circumstances of their violation . These sanctions are aligned with the behavioral expectations of our Community . Complacency surrounding alcohol , drugs , violence , or any form of injustice will not be tolerated on this campus . This is the overarching rationale for Gwynedd Mercy University ’ s assurance to be a safe and healthy campus learning environment , one that both challenges and inspires students to be academically and personally successful .
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