Substance Use
On-Campus
The Life Ahead
A judgment-free group discussion co-facilitated by UH Wellness and Cougars in Recovery. This community is for students who are curious about reducing negative impacts related to their substance use but are not currently abstinent.
BASICS/CASICS
Brief Alcohol Screening in College Students (BASICS) and Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students (CASICS) are one-on-one conversations with a facilitator regarding an individual's alcohol and drug use.
Cougars in Recovery
An on-campus community that provides students in recovery from addiction a safe, supportive, and substance-free environment.
Counseling and Psychological Services
The mental health office that provides University of Houston students with free counseling and referrals to substance use treatment and recovery support groups.
Student Health Center and Campus Pharmacy
The University of Houston department that offers medical care, medications including over-the-counter naloxone, and a prescription drug take back program.
UH Care Team
University of Houston students can submit a report if they are concerned about a student's behavior. This multidisciplinary team of staff members then helps students develop a comprehensive plan of action.
A medical clinic located in the Health 2 building that offers primary care, mental health services, and behavioral health services. The UH Health Family Care Center also offers a sliding fee discount program to ensure affordable access to healthcare.
Off-Campus
Alcoholics Anonymous Houston Meeting Locator
Tool to help those in recovery from alcoholism find Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in the Houston area
Bay Area Council on Drugs & Alcohol (BACODA)
Nonprofit organization that offers substance abuse counseling, classes, and other recovery services
Cocaine Anonymous Texas Area Service Gulf Coast
Meetings in the Houston area that are designed to support those in recovery from cocaine addiction
Hope and Healing Center and Institute (HHCI)
Organization that offers support groups including addiction and mental health support groups in Houston
Narcotics Anonymous Find a Meeting Tool
Tool to help those in recovery from use of narcotics find Narcotics Anonymous meetings near them
Online
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Government entity that provides research, online information, and connection to services regarding drug use and addiction
Saying When
Free mobile app that helps users quit or limit their drinking
Shatterproof
National nonprofit that works to end the stigma around addiction and connect people to resources and treatment
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Government agency that aims to improve the behavioral health of the nation through programs, research, and tools to find support