Drugs and Alcohol

Did you ever drink so much that you blacked out and didn't remember what happened the next day? Do you ever regret or question what you did after partying? Have you had unwanted sex or been assaulted when drunk or high?

Alcohol and drugs can interfere with your judgment and lead to decisions about sex that you aren't comfortable with once you're sober. The results can be serious, such as: unintended pregnancy, STI exposure, and rape.

Although we don't do alcohol or drug treatment at WSTC, there are some things that we can do here to help you out. You can call us to set up a counseling appointment to talk with someone and get further referrals. If you had unprotected sex within the past 120 hours (5 days), you can get Emergency Contraceptive to help prevent pregnancy. We also have pregnancy testing and STI testing available to you.

If you want to learn about drugs and alcohol or get help for yourself or others, check out these sites:

• iPartySmarter <http://www.ipartysmarter.com/>
  A self-guided, free program through the Minnesota Department of Health that helps women between 18 and 24 figure out how alcohol affects their lives and how they can make smart changes. Participants who complete the program receive $50 in gift cards.
• Sex Etc.: Alcohol & Drugs <http://www.sexetc.org/topic/drugs>
  The site has polls, resources, and FAQs about alcohol, drugs, and sex. Sex Etc. is a website made by teens.
• Freevibe <http://www.freevibe.com/>
  A website with basic drug facts, news stories, and resources for talking to friends who have alcohol or drug problems.
• Talk to Frank <http://talktofrank.com/>
  This UK website has an A-Z list of facts and information about drugs and alcohol and interactive features that let you ask questions.
• Check Yourself <http://checkyourself.com/>
  Quizzes, stories, videos, drug info, and a space for you to write about your own experiences can all be found here.