Towson University's Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) Prevention Center strives to create an environment conducive to academic success and wellness.
Towson University’s Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug (ATOD) Prevention Center strives to create a campus community which encourages responsible decisions related to substance use, in pursuit of the University’s academic mission. Through the infusion of harm reduction and strength-based approaches we create strategies and interventions to help students navigate the complex situations in which substance use occurs. By utilizing a comprehensive approach including, peer-education, multi-level prevention programming, and supportive resources, we empower students to make informed decisions related to substance use.
The ATOD Prevention Center is proud to sponsor and mentor Tigers in Recovery: A collegiate recovery program. This program is designed to support TU students that are in or seeking recovery from substance abuse disorders.
This semester we are offering two support groups for students who want to take a break
from or reduce their use of cannabis or alcohol. These groups are a great space for
students who are thinking about cutting back but are not sure how to start, want to
take a brief or extended tolerance break, or have already begun to cut back and are
looking for support along the way. Take a T Break (focused on cannabis use) meets weekly on Mondays at 11am beginning January 30th. One Less (focused on alcohol use) meets weekly on Fridays at 11am beginning February 3rd. Both groups will meet in the Counseling Center.
To register in advance or ask questions, contact Zack Hitchens at zhitchens AT_TOWSON
We offer information about services and resources for students, faculty/staff, and parents.
The ATOD Center also offers free educational resources.
Some topics covered include:
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