Being a college athlete has its share of challenges. Injuries happen. An athlete may get less playing time than they were expecting. The stress of competing at a high level can become too much. If left unexamined, these experiences can all contribute to substance use.
Source: CampusDrugPrevention.gov (document produced by the Drug Enforcement Agency and the Department of Justice)
Campus-based prevention staff can play a significant role in ensuring that student-athletes do not turn to substance use when the going gets tough. Learn how in the latest supplement to Prevention with Purpose (external link to .pdf).
