Other Drugs

Consultations

Substance-use consultations (vaping, nicotine, cannabis, prescription drugs, etc.) consist of a 30-60 minute one-on-one educational appointment. To make an appointment, please contact Emily Edilian at eedlilian@uci.edu, call 949-824-0346, or book a meeting time.

 

Types of Substances

Our office provides education on a wide range of substances, which we collectively refer to as “Other Drugs.” These include both illegal substances and prescription medications that may be misused. Below are some of the substances college students are most likely to encounter:

  • Cannabis
    • Cannabis (marijuana, weed), THC, CBD, Delta-8 THC, Delta-9 THC, indica, sativa, hybrid strains
  • Nicotine & Tobacco Products
    • Nicotine, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, vapes/e-cigarettes, hookah, nicotine pouches
  • Stimulants
    • Cocaine, Meth (amphetamines), Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse, Concerta, MDMA (ecstasy, molly)
  • Opioids
    • Prescription opioids, Vicodin, oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, tramadol, morphine, fentanyl, heroin
  • Depressants
    • Xanax, Ativan, Valium, Klonopin, Benzodiazepines, Ambien and other sleeping medications
  • Psychedelics / Hallucinogens
    • LSD (acid), mushrooms (psilocybin), DMT, salvia, mescaline
  • Dissociatives
    • Ketamine, PCP, DXM (cough medicine)
  • Inhalants
    • Nitrous Oxide (whippets), Poppers, compressed air/duster, aerosol sprays, glue and solvents
  • Emerging/Miscellaneous Substances
    • Kratom, Kava, synthetic cannabinoids (K2, Spice), other psychoactive products sold as supplements or “legal highs”


What You’ll Learn

  • How different substances affect your brain, body, mood, and decision-making
  • Harm reduction strategies to help you stay safer if you choose to use substances
  • The signs of addiction, dependence, and overdose, and what to do in an emergency

Build Skills for Safer Choices

  • Reflect on your current relationship with substances and identify ways to support your well-being
  • Learn practical strategies to reduce risks associated with drug use
  • Explore healthier coping strategies and alternatives to substance use

Take Action

  • Learn how to recognize when someone needs emergency medical help and what steps to take
  • Gain the confidence to call for help during an overdose or other substance-related emergency
  • Connect with campus and community resources when additional support is needed.

 

Workshops

Are you interested in scheduling a fun and interactive workshop for a group of 25 or more on vaping, cannabis, or prescription drugs? Fill out the workshop request form here. Additionally you may email studentwellness@uci.edu for more information about our Health & Wellness Workshops

 

Online Tools

 

Resources

If you have medical concerns related to drug use, contact the UCI Student Health Center at 949-824-5301.

If you would like to speak to a counselor, contact the UCI Counseling Center at 949-824-6457.