This information should not be used to clinical diagnosis any
particular persons. The purpose of this information is to assist
the GSU campus community in our efforts to respond to distressed
students. Substance Abuse is an unhealthy pattern of substance
use, marked by recurrent consequences linked to repeated misuse
of substances. Substance abuse is not the same as substance use,
substance misuse, or hazardous use of a substance. Abuse is
related to a behavior pattern. When substance abuse begins to
interfere with one's ability to function in school, work, or
personal life this person is in need of some assistance.
Potential Alcohol/ Drug Abuse - Disorderly in class or work -
Failure to fulfill responsibilities - Abusive (physically,
mentally, verbally) - Trouble with law (disorderly conduct) -
Social and Verbal impairment - Let this person know you have
noticed changes in their behavior and offer assistance. -
Encourage person to discuss changes. - Offer options to look
further into and/or manage substance