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Tips for safer trips If you choose to consume psychedelics… Before your trip Physical checklist Mental checklist During your trip Have a sober trip sitter Regardless of your experience with psychedelics, you should always have a sober person with you that can intervene in unsafe situations and call for help if needed. Be mindful of […]

Caring is enough to start a conversation. This guide will help you: What is a substance use disorder? A Substance Use Disorder (SUD) affects a person’s brain, body and behavior.It is a medical condition involving a pattern of using substances that causes significant distress or problems. SUDs are considered brain disorders due to lasting changes […]

If you choose to drink: Check in with yourself All of the above can impact your experience with alcohol. Before drinking While drinking

I’m at a party, but I don’t want to drink—now what? Preparing At the party It’s okay to say no! Alcohol-free cocktails Alcohol-free drinks can help you avoid peer pressure to drink alcohol since nobody else knows what’s in your cup.

If you choose to consume cannabis… Choose a lower potency Limit frequency of consumption Use a trusted source Consider a tolerance break Recognize signs of cannabis poisoning These effects can lead to unintentional injuries. Remember: Impairment lasts 6 or more hours—always use a designated driver who is 100% sober. Campus resources

Is it an alcohol overdose? Check for PUBS signs! See even one sign? Unsure? Save a life and call for help! WashU’s Medical Amnesty policy helps remove barriers to calling for help.  Setting a personal drinking limit  You can use tools like Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) charts to help set a drinking limit that works best for you. BAC […]

If you choose to drink, aim to PAWS between drinks. 82% of WashU students had four or fewer drinks the last time they drank socially. WashU MACHB 2024; n=962 Follow us on Instagram @washu_healthpromotion

Sex and communication Communication is important in any type of relationship, whether it’s romantic, sexual or platonic. Sex doesn’t have to be a part of every relationship. If you don’t want to have sex, that’s okay. Let your partner(s) know that your decision not to have sex does not affect how you feel about them. […]

What is Imposter Syndrome? While not an official mental health diagnosis, Impostor Syndrome is a form of intellectual self-doubt, despite evidence to the contrary, that can feel crippling to students in rigorous academic settings. Imposter Syndrome feels like: Generally, an enormous pressure to achieve, even though greater success doesn’t alleviate Imposter Syndrome. You may also […]

STIs and contraception Learn how to protect yourself and/or partners from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancy while staying healthy and having fun. STIs STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infection. STIs can be transmitted through oral, anal or vaginal sex. Preventing STI transmission Fun facts about STI prevention Getting screened for STIs Contraception Contraception […]