When a person's use of alcohol interferes with physical, social, or economic functioning, then alcohol abuse or dependence is present.

Signs and Symptoms:

• Loss of time from school or work due to drinking.
• Depression or unhappiness due to drinking.
• Drinking in order to cope with personal problems.
• Drinking to overcome shyness.
• Loss of interest in family and friends.
• Loss in interest in activities which were once of interest.
• Difficulty sleeping due to drinking.
• Poor judgment.
• Drinking outside of a social setting.
• Showing up intoxicated in inappropriate settings.
• Drinking to build self-confidence.
• Mood fluctuations.
• Developing health problems due to drinking.
• Experiencing memory blackouts during or after drinking.
• Usually drinking to the point of intoxication.
• Feeling guilty about drinking.
• Not fulfilling promises or obligations because of drinking.
• Participating in high-risk/dangerous drinking activities.

Robert Morris University, in accordance with Pennsylvania law, adheres to a "Zero Tolerance" policy for underage (21) drinking. If you are over 21 and choose to drink, do so responsibly.

For More Information,
Contact:

David G. Nardecchia, M.Ed.
Counselor
nardecchia@rmu.edu
412-397-5861 phone
412-397-2589 fax
Nicholson Center 2nd