Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drug Resources

This page contains public links to sites that are used and recommended by the HERO staff. This information is for educational purposes only and not intended to replace the advice of trained professionals.

  • Jayhawk Buddy System

    The Jayhawk Buddy System is a protective behavior campaign created by KU students to help peers stay safer if they or their friends choose to drink alcohol. This campaign offers tips and tools for what students should be doing to increase safety. It also utilizes social norms, which allows students to have accurate information about the behavior of their peers.

  • National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

    NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health and well-being.

  • WebMD Substance Abuse & Addiction Resource Center

    WebMD Substance Abuse & Addiction Resource Center provides trusted, comprehensive information and resources on substance use disorders.

  • Truth Initiative

    At Truth Initiative, we envision a future free from nicotine addiction—a future that fosters healthier lives and a more resilient nation. We are the nation’s largest nonprofit public health organization dedicated to preventing youth and young adult nicotine addiction and empowering quitting for all.

  • Smokefree

    Smokefree provides different tips and tools to help you quit and how to use them.

  • Drug Enforcement Administration

    DEA provides information to the public on the scope of the drug problem and emerging and local trends.