Student Assistance Programs Grapple with Definition of Alcohol as a “Drug”

OPEN MINDS The Behavioral Health & Social Service Industry Analyst Industry News There is some controversy among student assistance program organizations about the classification of alcohol. An undated press release from George Watkins, Publisher of Student Assistance Journal states “A Colorado organization whose purpose includes the prevention of substance abuse among students has refused to define alcohol as a drug. The National Organization of Student Assistance Programs and Professionals (NOSAPP) stated: “Regarding the issue of defining alcohol as a drug/not as a drug, we do not feel that it is appropriate for us to take a stand one way . . .