Teaching and learning

Universities can play a vital role in preventing and reducing drug abuse among their students by using evidence-based strategies that involve teaching and learning. They should provide comprehensive and interactive drug education programmes that inform students about the effects and risks of drug use, help them develop personal and social skills, and empower them to make healthy choices.

Universities should creating an inclusive and supportive campus culture that fosters positive relationships among students, teachers, staff, and community members. Implementing regulations, policies and practices that promote a drugfree campus and address any drug-related incidents in a fair and effective manner. This includes having clear rules and consequences for drug use and collaborating with local law enforcement and health agencies.

They can encourage student participation and leadership in drug prevention activities and campaigns that raise awareness and challenge norms and attitudes that favour drug use.

Universities can include drug and substance abuse in the curriculum because it is an important public health issue that affects many people, especially young adults.

By educating students about the science and consequences of drug use, universities can help them make informed decisions and prevent or reduce harm. Through teaching and learning, universities can make a difference in the lives of their students and contribute to a safer and healthier society.

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Community engagement is a key strategy for preventing and reducing drug abuse and substance abuse among university students.