CONTENTS

About This Course

Table of Contents

1. Getting The Basics
2. Substance Abuse
3. Violence Against Women
4. Violent Men
5. Alcohol and Violence
6. Alcohol, Drugs and Sexual Assault (Date Rape)
7. Preventing Sexual Assault
8. After a Rape or Sexual Assault
9. Assistance - Women
10. Assistance - Men
11. Legal Options

Supplements
Resources
Glossary
Fact Sheets

It Won't Happen to Me:
Substance Abuse-Related Violence Against Women for Anyone Concerned About The Issues

Module Content Introduction What Is a Drink? Alcoholism Behavior Associated with Substance Abuse How To Tell If Someone Has a Drinking Problem Risk Factors for Substance Abuse Effects of Substance Abuse on Children Summary References

Introduction

The terms "substance abuse" and "chemical dependency" are often used to mean the same thing. Both involve the use of any mood-altering chemical that results in problems for an individual. Problems include the inability to work, go to school, and take care of daily needs.

Mood-altering chemicals include marijuana, cocaine, heroin, amphetamines, and barbiturates. Some may be prescribed by a doctor. Although alcohol use is legal for those 21 and older, it is also considered a drug.¹

It is estimated that, among the Nation's 113 million drinkers:

• Eleven million are underage.
• Over one-third binge drink (have five or more drinks at a time).
• Fourteen million need treatment for alcohol problems.

In addition, alcohol problems cost our society approximately $167 billion per year.²

A condensed version of this module is available as a Fact Sheet in both HTML, PDF and PDF Español formats.