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Purpose
The purpose of this policy is twofold:
In order to comply with the law, the Drug Prevention Program must, at a minimum, include the following: (a) The annual distribution in writing to each employee, and to each student who is taking one or more classes for any type of academic credit except for continuing education units, regardless of the length of the student's program of study, of
(b) A biennial review of the program to:
This policy shall apply to all students and employees of Marywood University. Employee means any faculty, staff, or student receiving a salary, wages, other compensation and/or stipend support from Marywood University. Student means anyone taking one or more classes for any type of academic credit except for continuing education units, regardless of the length of the student's program of study. Marywood University prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of controlled substances and alcohol by students and employees on its property or as part of any of its activities. Marywood University strives to promote the health and safety of its diverse population, protection of University property, prevention of abusive behavior related to drug and alcohol consumption, and the preservation of an environment conducive to scholarship and positive social interaction. Therefore - Any student who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action according to the process described in the Student Handbook up to and including discharge from the University. Any employee who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinarily action according to the process described in the Marywood University Faculty Manual and/or the Marywood University Personnel Manual up to and including discharge from the University. Within thirty (30) days of a conviction on drug charges, appropriate action will be taken up to and including termination of employment or discharge from the University. The University may require satisfactory participation in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purpose by a Federal, state, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency. IN SUPPORT OF THE POLICY ON DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE PREVENTION, MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY -
SUBSTANCE POSSIBLE
EFFECTS Alcohol Toxic Psychosis,
Neurological and Liver Damage, Fetal Alcohol
Syndrome Marijuana Bronchitis,
Conjunctivitis, Possible Birth Defects Amphetamines Loss of Appetite,
Delusions, Hallucinations, Toxic
Psychosis Nonprescription
Stimulants Cocaine Hypertension,
Stroke, Heart Problems Loss of Appetite,
Depression, Convulsions, Nasal Passage Injury,
Heart Attack, Stroke, Seizure Cocaine Free
Base Weight Loss,
Depression, Hypertension, Hallucinations,
Psychosis, Chronic Cough Barbiturates Severe Withdrawal
Symptoms, Possible Convulsions, Toxic
Psychosis Methaqualone Heroin Analogs of
Synthetic Narcotics Coma,
Convulsions Addiction,
Constipation, Loss of Appetite Addiction, MPTP
Induced, Parkinsonism Morphine Codeine Oxycodone Meperidine Methadone Addiction,
Constipation, Loss of Appetite Addiction,
Constipation, Loss of Appetite Addiction,
Constipation, Loss of Appetite Addiction,
Constipation, Loss of Appetite Addiction,
Constipation, Loss of Appetite Inhalants Impaired
Perception, Coordination, Judgement, Toxicity from
Solvent, Impurities Nitrous
Oxide Kidney or Liver
Damage, Peripheral Neuropathy, Spontaneous
Abortion LSD Mescaline MDA, MDE, MDMA,
MMDA May Intensify
Existing Psychosis, Panic Reactions Milder than
LSD Neurotoxic Psilocybin PCP Tobacco Milder than
LSD Psychotic Behavior,
Violent Acts, Psychosis Loss of Appetite,
Addictive, Lung Cancer, Effects on Fetus
SUBSTANCE
* PHYSICAL
SIGNS OF USE / ASSOCIATED PARAPHERNALIA
** BEHAVIORAL
SIGNS OF USE ** Anabolic
Steroids Enlargement of
muscle masses, weight gain, fluid retention, high
blood pressure, atherosclerosis, increased plasma
lipids, shrunken testes, liver disease, stroke,
heart attack, death. Needles, syringes. Stimulation,
aggressive behavior, increased energy. Cannabis Bloodshot eyes,
persistent cough or respiratory infection,
increased appetite. Strong odor of burning rope or
plant material, rolling papers, pipes, "roach
clips", water pipers. Eye drops for clearing up
bloodshot eyes. Impaired
concentration and short-term memory, uncontrollable
laughter, apathy, sleepiness despite adequate
rest. Marijuana, hashish,
(pot, dope, reefer, sinsemilla) Stimulants Dilated pupils,
rapid breathing, decrease in appetite, weight loss,
excessive talking, insomnia,
hyperactivity. Inexplicable mood
swings (elation to depression), nervousness,
auditory hallucinations and paranoid thinking after
heavy use. Amphetamines
(speed, white cross, black beauties) Cocaine (coke,
toot, blow, nose, crack) Nasal irritation,
running or bleeding nose, dilated pupils, rapid
respiration, hyperactivity. Razor blades, small
mirrors, straws, screens for pulverizing cocaine
crystals. Rapid mood swings
(elation to depression and back to elation within
one hour), lack of money due to high cost of
drug. Depressants Slurred speech,
lack of coordination, shallow and slow breathing,
alcohol-like intoxication. "Drunken" behavior,
possibly including aggressiveness and belligerence,
frequent auto accidents or other physical
mishaps. Alcohol Sedative-Hypnotics/
tranquilizers Narcotics Pinpoint pupils,
shallow and slow breathing, sleepiness, needles,
syringes and eye droppers if drug is administered
by injection. Euphoria, dreamy
behavior. Opiates and other
prescription painkillers, heroin, dilaudid,
percodan Hallucinogens Dilated pupils,
small squares of plastic or paper with imprinted
designs, tattoos, small colored tablets. Hallucinations,
confusion, disorientation, panic reactions,
inappropriate laughing or crying. LSD and related
substances (acid, blotter, window pane,
microdot) Phencyclidine (PCP)
(angel dust) Increased blood
pressure, lack of coordination, loss of sensitivity
to pain, imprecise eye movements. Withdrawal,
confusion, disorientation, bizarre behavior,
aggressiveness, hyperactivity alternation with
stupor. Inhalants Nasal irritation,
rapid or erratic pulse, lack of coordination,
headache, rags saturated with substance in
question. Plastic bags, possession of containers of
solvents for no apparent reason. Confusion,
"drunken" behavior, hallucinations, aggressiveness,
hyperactivity. Airplane model
glue, toluene, gasoline and other petroleum
products, deodorants and other aerosols, typewriter
fluid * Many substances
listed are available only in adulterated form
through illegal channels. Up to 70% of drugs used
by substance abusers are misrepresented in some
way. Example: drugs sold as "speed" are represented
as amphetamines, but often contain caffeine,
phenylpropanolamine (PPA) or ephedrine. ** Although these
symptoms may be indicative of drug use, many of the
physical and behavioral signs can be associated
with physical or mental illness, adolescence or the
aging process. Be careful and thorough in
investigating drug abuse. Get professional
help.
FEDERAL PENALTIES AND SANCTIONS FOR ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 1st Conviction: Up to 1 year imprisonment and fined at least $1,000 but not more than $100,000 or both. After one prior drug conviction: At least 15 days in prison, not to exceed 2 years and fined at least $2,500 but not more than $250,000, or both. After 2 or more prior drug convictions: At least 90 days in prison, not to exceed three years and fined at least $5,000 but not more than $250,000 or both. Special sentencing provisions for possession of crack cocaine: Mandatory at least 5 years in prison, not to exceed 20 years and fined up to $250,000, or both, if: Forfeiture of personal and real property used to possess or to facilitate possession of a controlled substance if that offense is punishable by more than one year imprisonment. Forfeiture of vehicles, boats, aircraft or any other conveyance used to transport or conceal a controlled substance. Denial of Federal benefits, such as student loans, grants, contracts, and professional and commercial licenses, up to 1 year for first offense, up to 5 years for second and subsequent offenses. Ineligible to receive or purchase a firearm. Revocation of certain Federal licenses and benefits; e.g. pilot license, public housing tenancy, etc. SYMPTOMS AND PROGRESSION OF ALCOHOLISM It is estimated that for every ten people who drink alcohol, one will become alcoholic. Studies also show that for every person suffering from alcoholism, there are at least four other people, including spouses, children, and parents, who are seriously affected by that alcoholism. If you consider that it typically takes an individual suffering from alcoholism seven to ten years to recognize the problem (if it is recognized at all) and to seek help, you can begin to understand the profound influence alcohol abuse has on our society, the family, and the health of our nation. Why does it take so long? Why is alcoholism so difficult to recognize? Denial is one of the primary symptoms of alcoholism, making the individual and oftentimes the family incapable of recognizing the problem and seeking appropriate treatment. Ignorance is another important factor. Alcoholism is one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed diseases. How do we recognize alcoholism, particularly in its early stages? One of the most useful definitions of alcoholism is: If drinking is creating problems, it is one. Alcoholism is a chronic, progressive disease with predictable, identifiable symptoms which, if not treated, can be fatal. Here is a list of some primary symptoms of alcoholism, placed in the order in which they generally occur. One need not be experiencing all of these symptoms or in the order listed to be suffering from alcoholism. Increase in
Tolerance Being able to
out-drink your peers is not something to be proud
of, but to be concerned about. Preoccupation Looking forward to
drinking after work or on the weekend. Planning
your social activities around alcohol. Blackouts Occasional memory
lapses while drinking or an alcohol-induced state
of amnesia. Sneaking Drinks,
Gulping Drinks Loss of
Control Unplanned drinking
episodes or inability to realistically predict what
will happen once you take the first
drink. Alibis Having to explain
why you drank or make excuses for your
drinking. Change in Drinking
Patterns and Attempts to Control Promises and
Resolutions Repeatedly Fail Family Problems,
Financial Problems, Going on the
Wagon Some people quit
drinking for a period of time in an attempt to
control their drinking or prove to themselves that
they are not physically addicted to alcohol,
failing to realize that one need not drink every
day in order to have a drinking problem. Increasing
Blackouts Geographic
Escape Changing jobs,
moving to a different city or state to get a "new
start." Impaired Thinking,
Loss of Job, Decrease in Tolerance, Drinking in the
Morning Physical
Deterioration Liver, heart,
stomach, brain damage. Indefinable
Fears Abandonment "I don't
care."
STATE PENALTIES AND SANCTIONS FOR UNLAWFUL USE OF ALCOHOL The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prohibits the service or consumption of alcohol to persons under 21 years of age. All persons while in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania are subject to the Pennsylvania Liquor and Penal Codes. They are as follows: ACTIVITY PENALTY Misrepresentation
of age to secure any alcohol, liquor, malt, or
brewed beverage Fine not to exceed
$500 and suspension of operating license Individual less
than twenty-one years of age who purchases,
consumes, possesses, or transports any alcohol,
liquor, malt, or brewed beverage. Fine not to exceed
$500 and suspension of operating license Misrepresenting to
liquor dealers or others that another party who is
a minor is of age. Fine not less than
$300 Inducement of
minors to buy alcohol, liquor, malt, or brewed
beverages. Fine not less than
$300 Selling or
furnishing alcohol, liquor, malt, or brewed
beverages to minors. First violation
fine not less than $1,000, subsequent violation
fine not less than $2,500 Carrying a false ID
card. First offense is a
summary offense and results in restriction of
operating privileges; subsequent offense results in
restriction of operating privileges and fine of
$300
FIRST OFFENSE Loss of operating privileges for a period of 90 days from the date of suspension. SECOND OFFENSE Loss of operating privileges for a period of one year from the date of suspension. THIRD AND SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE Loss of operating privileges for a period of two years from the date of suspension. Nondrivers shall be unable to secure an operator's license for the time periods related to the number of offenses.
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RESOURCES Marywood
University Counseling Ctr Marywood
University
Marywood University sponsors several drug and alcohol programs each year to foster awareness of substance abuse and provide education. All members of the Marywood University community are encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Human Resources, LAC 86I, 570-348-6220. The School of Continuing Education (SCE) of Marywood University offers workshops for students, employees, and the public each academic year. Contact the School of Continuing Education at 570-348-6237 for details. The Marywood University Counseling Center provides discrete on-site counseling services. The Counseling Center also has an extensive community referral resource network. Also, as part of their wellness workshops, the Peer Educators deal with issues related to smoking cessation and drug and alcohol prevention; (especially during Alcohol Awareness Week, which is the second week of October). Contact the Counseling Student Development Center at 570-348-6245 for details. MARYWOOD * For titles that
are not in Marywood's collection, contact the
Marywood University Reference Department for
Interlibrary Loan.
The following
materials are available at no cost to students and
employees at several public pamphlet racks on the
Marywood University Campus.
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